Decision Memo Completed

Stewart Well Project

Gila National Forest Grant, New Mexico Silver City Ranger District

Develop a water source site for wildlife which includes well, open trough drinker with escape ramp, storage tank and fence placement to protect infrastructure and limit vehicle access.

Location

The project is within the Little Walnut area, approximately 6.5 miles northwest of Silver City, NM

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
02/08/2024
2
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2024 (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 ActivitySpecies Population Enhancements
Stewart Well ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/25/2024
ForestsGila National Forest
DistrictsSilver City Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plants