Decision Memo Completed

Sheep Creek Fisheries Habitat Improvement Project

Ashley National Forest Daggett, Utah Flaming Gorge Ranger District

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 Exclusion32.11, 7 Cfr 1B.3(A) (1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Population Enhancements
Sheep Creek Fisheries Habitat Improvement ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/28/2021
ForestsAshley National Forest
DistrictsFlaming Gorge Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plants