Decision Memo Completed

Willow Creek Stream Restoration

Gila National Forest Catron, New Mexico Reserve Ranger District

Willow Creek supports a recovery population of Gila trout & listed under the Clean Water Act Sec303d for temperature & aluminum. The project consists of installing structures made of native sourced materials that improve riparian & stream condition.

Location

Project area is located approx. 19 miles east of Alma, NM

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/13/2020
2
Decision
03/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2020 (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 ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements; Wilderness Management
Willow Creek RestorationDecision Signed Date: 03/20/2020
ForestsGila National Forest
DistrictsReserve Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT10S R17W sec 34
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management