The Lincoln National Forest is proposing to close the entrance to a small cave to protect unique habitat and cultural resources from damage. The cave is small enough that it does not provide caving recreation opportunities.
Location
The USFS is prohibited from disclosing cave locations to the public under 36 CFR 290.4
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/04/2018
2
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2018 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Heritage Resource Management |
| Cave-126 Gate Closure Project | Decision Signed Date: 10/23/2018 |
| Forests | Lincoln National Forest |
| Districts | Guadalupe Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |