Installation of soil moisture sensing devices including placement of wireless and corded sensors at various depths in the ground. Ten to eleven T posts 1.2 to 1.5 meters tall with small solar panels, batteries and containment box would be installed.
Location
In Fort Valley area between FR 164B and FR 420, north of Flagstaff.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/05/2017
2
Decision
12/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2019 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.11, 7 Cfr 1B.3(A) (3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations; Research And Development |
| Fort Valley Soil Moisture Sensor Installation | Decision Signed Date: 12/18/2017 |
| Forests | Coconino National Forest |
| Districts | Flagstaff Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T22N, R7E Sections 29 and 32 of the Gila and Salt River Meridian. |