Decision Memo Completed

Benado Gap Meadow Restoration Project

Lincoln National Forest Lincoln, New Mexico Smokey Bear Ranger District

The Lincoln National Forest, Smokey Bear Ranger District is proposing to reclaim a user created road and restore the meadow in Benado Gap. Restoration efforts would allow for the recovery of damaged soils and vegetation.

Location

The site is located approximately 10 miles east and two miles north of Carrizozo, NM. The site can be accessed by traveling north on county road A10 for approximately 8 miles from US Highway 380.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/29/2018
2
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Benado Gap Meadow Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 10/23/2018
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSmokey Bear Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionW1/2 Section 22 R13E T7S
Wildlife, fish, rare plants