The Prescott National Forest has completed a draft environmental assessment (DEA) and FONSI on the Upper Verde Wild and Scenic River Suitability Study for 37 miles of the Upper Verde River on the Prescott and Coconino National Forests.
Location
The river segments being studied are the 37 miles generally west and north of Clarkdale, Arizona and east of Chino Valley, Arizona.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/11/2022
2
Comment Period
12/11/2022
3
Objection Period Start
09/24/2023
4
Decision
11/2023 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
01/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Special Area Management |
| Upper Verde River Wild & Scenic Suitability Environmental Assessment | Decision Signed Date: 11/15/2023 |
| Forests | Coconino National Forest; Prescott National Forest |
| Districts | Chino Valley Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |