Decision Memo Completed

Grindstone Mesa Wetland Fence Project

Lincoln National Forest Lincoln, New Mexico Smokey Bear Ranger District

The Lincoln National Forest Smokey Bear Ranger District is proposing to install a post and pole fence around an existing 3-acre wetland feature located on Grindstone Mesa to exclude feral horses, but allow wildlife utilization.

Location

The project area is located on Grindstone Mesa about 1.3 miles west-southwest of Grindstone Lake. The UTM coordinates are 33.315838, -105.710854.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/22/2021
2
Decision
12/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2022 (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; Watershed Improvements
Grindstone Mesa Wetland Fence ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/06/2021
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSmokey Bear Ranger District
Legal Land Descriptionsection 31, T. 11 S., R. 13 E., NMPM
Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants