Decision Memo Completed

Eagle Creek Riparian Restoration Project

Lincoln National Forest Lincoln, New Mexico Smokey Bear Ranger District

To improve riparian habitat, including fish habitat, the Lincoln National Forest Smokey Bear Ranger District plans to install stream restoration structures and implement vegetation plantings along Eagle Creek.

Location

Restoration work would occur along Eagle Creek and its tributaries (i.e., Phillips Canyon, Flume Canyon, Kraus Canyon, etc.) within the vicinity of State Road 532 and FS Road 127A.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/22/2021
2
Decision
12/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2022 (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
Eagle Creek Riparian Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/06/2021
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSmokey Bear Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 10 S., R. 12 E. (sections 25 & 36) / T. 10 S., R. 13 E. (sections 29, 30, 31, & 32) NMPM
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management