Decision Memo Completed

Mt. Lemmon Observatory 0.5 Meter Survey and 1.3 Meter Research Telescope

Coronado National Forest Pima, Arizona Santa Catalina Ranger District

Construction of two small domes to house a 0.5 meter survey telescope and a 1.3 meter research telescope at the Mt. Lemmon Observatory Station. The buildings would be 420 sq. ft and 18 ft tall and 390 sq ft, and 22 ft tall respectively.

Location

North and center of the Steward Observatory's permitted area.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/03/2015
2
Decision
10/2015 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2015 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Mt. Lemmon Observatory 0.5 Meter Survey and 1.3 Meter Research TelescopeDecision Signed Date: 10/25/2015
ForestsCoronado National Forest
DistrictsSanta Catalina Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSec 5, T21S, R16E
Special area management