Decision Memo Completed

Comanche Creek Native Trout Habitat Restoration

Carson National Forest Taos, New Mexico Questa Ranger District

Stabilize headcuts and restore wetland waterflow in the headwaters of Comanche Creek for the benefit of native trout populations.

Location

Approximately 6 miles northeast of the community of Red River, in the northwestern corner of the Valle Vidal

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/12/2012
2
Comment Period
04/12/2012
3
Decision
06/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
07/2012 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Comanche Creek Native Trout Habitat RestorationDecision Signed Date: 06/08/2012 Legal Notice Date: 06/21/2012
ForestsCarson National Forest
DistrictsQuesta Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 29N, R. 15E, Sections 1-3, 10-15, and 22-26; T. 29N, R. 16E, Sections 4-9, 16-21, and 28-30; T. 30N, R. 15E, Sections 13-15, 22-28, and 33-36; and T. 30N, R. 16E, Sections 16-21 and 28-33
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management