Decision Memo Completed

Tularosa Riparian Enhancement

Gila National Forest Catron, New Mexico Reserve Ranger District

Riparian enhancement by planting riparian species along Tularosa R. corridor, construct riparian exclusion fence outside of floodplain to protect riparian and wildlife habitat, and construct water system for wildlife & livestock outside the exclosure

Location

The project is located on the Reserve Ranger District, approximately 2 miles north of the Village of Reserve along the Tularosa River

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/12/2016
2
Decision
08/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2017 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Tularosa Riparian EnhancementDecision Signed Date: 08/03/2017
ForestsGila National Forest
DistrictsReserve Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT6S R18W SEC. 10, 11, 14-16, 21-23, 25-29, 32-36
Watershed managementGrazing managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)