Decision Memo Completed

Wagonwheel Creek Ford

White River National Forest Garfield, Colorado East Zone/Holy Cross Ranger District

The environmental analysis will focus on the removal of a culvert in Wagonwheel Creek adjacent to Budges Flattop Wilderness Lodge and replace the structure with a ford which can support vehicle traffic with low use.

Location

Adjacent to Budges Flattops Wilderness Lodge. The existing structure is listed as an improvement on the resort permit.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
02/27/2018
2
Decision
08/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
Wagonwheel Creek FordDecision Signed Date: 08/21/2018
ForestsWhite River National Forest
DistrictsEast Zone/Holy Cross Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 2 S. R 89 W. SW of SW Section 25
Special use managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad management