Decision Memo Completed

Cave 023 Entrance Gate

Lincoln National Forest Eddy, New Mexico Guadalupe Ranger District

Construct a gate at the entrance pit of Cave 023. Gate would bar unauthorized access while still allowing for entry by those with a valid LNF cave entry permit. Gate will protect unique cave habitat and resources while still allowing wildlife entry.

Location

The USFS is prohibited from disclosing cave locations to the public under 36 CFR 290.4

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/31/2018
2
Decision
03/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2018 (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
Cave 023 Entrance GateDecision Signed Date: 03/02/2018
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsGuadalupe Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plants