The purpose of the project is to increase water availability for wildlife and livestock, protect riparian resources, and conserve native fish species by maintaining and repairing spring development, which enabling water to be moved to other places.
Location
The proposed project is located on the Tonto Basin RD on the Walnut Allotment off of Forest Road 71, approximately 6 miles east of Punkin Center.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/13/2009
2
Comment Period
07/31/2012
3
Decision
09/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
01/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements |
| Walnut Spring Development Project | Decision Signed Date: 09/18/2012 Legal Notice Date: 09/25/2012 |
| Forests | Tonto National Forest |
| Districts | Tonto Basin Ranger District |