Decision Memo Completed

Stabilization of UTV Damaged Areas at FR117/FR117A and FR112/Pole Knoll

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests Apache, Arizona Springerville Ranger District

Project to stabilize areas up the side of knolls damaged by unauthorized trails created by UTV/ATV users. Work may include blocking access to the side of knolls with wood split rail fence or placement of large boulders to deter future UTV/ATV use.

Location

St. Peters Dome Wildlife Quiet Area near FR117/FR117A and Pole Knoll near FR112, approximately 17-miles east of Springerville AZ

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/28/2024
2
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Watershed Improvements
Stabilization of UTV Damaged AreasDecision Signed Date: 04/24/2025
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsSpringerville Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT7N, R27E, Section 5; T8N, R27E, Section 32; T8N, R26E, Section 14
Recreation managementWatershed management