This project would realign a portion of FSR 287 from the private mine property to National Forest System land west of Pinto Valley Mine to provide a safer route for Forest users visiting the area away from mining vehicles, equipment, and activities.
Location
The project is located on FSR 287 west of the Pinto Valley Mine, approximately ten air miles west of the Town of Superior, Arizona and ten air miles east of Globe.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/20/2023
2
Decision
09/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (24), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(24) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Road Improvements/Construction |
| Decision Memo Forest Service Road 287 Partial Realignment Project | Decision Signed Date: 09/09/2024 |
| Forests | Tonto National Forest |
| Districts | Globe Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |