Decision Memo Completed

Highwater Cienega Watershed Restoration

Coronado National Forest Graham, Arizona Safford Ranger District

Installation of sediment retention and/or erosion control structures and collection, propagation, and planting of native plant species to assist with soil stabilization in Highwater Cienega. Located within the Pinaleno Ecosystem Management Area.

Location

Highwater Cienega, northeast of the 507 road and Observatory, partial headwaters to Frye Creek and the Frye Creek Watershed, northwest of Hawk Peak; Quad-Webb Peak

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/21/2021
2
Decision
06/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Highwater Cienega Watershed RestorationDecision Signed Date: 06/09/2022
ForestsCoronado National Forest
DistrictsSafford Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 8 S, Range 24 E, Section 34
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed management