Decision Memo Completed

Big Bear Creek Aspen and Riparian Restoration.

Lincoln National Forest Lincoln, New Mexico Smokey Bear Ranger District

This project will help to restore aspen stands and improve riparian areas and stream channels by installing beaver dam analogs and planting riparian hardwood species along the Big Bear Creek, a tributary to the Rio Bonito.

Location

The project area is along the Big Bear creek, and is accessed via forest road 107A, Located west of the Bonito Lake.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/13/2019
2
Decision
11/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2019 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (19), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(19)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Big Bear Creek Aspen and Riparian Restoration.Decision Signed Date: 11/01/2019
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSmokey Bear Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management