Decision Memo Completed

Aquatic Invasive Species Monitoring and Removal Efforts

Kaibab National Forest Coconino, Arizona Kaibab National Forest All Units

Remove non-native and invasive aquatic species (e.g. green sunfish, crayfish, waterdogs) and focusing on exotic American bullfrogs (Rana catesbeiana) to conserve populations of northern leopard frog (Rana pipiens) and other native aquatic species.

Location

Starting on the southeast region of the Williams RD, south of I-40 and east of Perkinsville Rd, in waters extending to the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness boundary, but ultimately may extend zone-wide.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/23/2022
2
Decision
05/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2023 (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 Habitat Improvements
Aquatic Invasive Species Monitoring and Removal EffortsDecision Signed Date: 05/22/2023
ForestsKaibab National Forest
DistrictsWilliams Ranger District; Tusayan Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plants