The proposed action is to allow the UDWR to add 8-10 cubic yards of suitable spawning substrate (1-inch diameter gravel) to Sheep Creek in the immediate vicinity of the proposed site. Gravel would be purchased and hauled by the UDWR.
Location
Proposed Site: Below the Kokanee Salmon Viewing Bridge, at the Sheep Creek Nature Trail pull-out, immediately downstream of Highway 44, UTMs 607728.00 m E, 4531574.00 m N
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/30/2021
2
Decision
06/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2021 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.11, 7 Cfr 1B.3(A) (1) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Species Population Enhancements |
| Sheep Creek Fisheries Habitat Improvement Project | Decision Signed Date: 06/28/2021 |
| Forests | Ashley National Forest |
| Districts | Flaming Gorge Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |