Decision Memo Completed

Philadelphia Canyon Riparian Restoration

Lincoln National Forest Lincoln, New Mexico Smokey Bear Ranger District

To restore stream channel form/function and adjacent riparian habitat in Philadelphia Canyon, Lincoln National Forest Smokey Bear Ranger District proposes to install erosion control features within and adjacent to the drainage channel.

Location

The project is located approximately 7.5 miles north-northwest of the Smokey Bear Ranger District office in Ruidoso, New Mexico, and the project would be accessed using FS Road 598.

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
Philadelphia Canyon Riparian RestorationDecision Signed Date: 12/06/2021
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSmokey Bear Ranger District
Legal Land Descriptionsections 5, 8, and 9 of T. 10 S., R. 13 E.
Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants