Decision Memo Completed

Bearskin Creek Culvert Replacement Project

Boise National Forest Boise, Idaho Lowman Ranger District

Replace existing fish barrier culverts at 563 and 500 Rd crossing on Bearskin Creek with an aquatic organism passage structure. This will re-establish fish passage to all age classes of fish species and restore the hydrologic function of the stream.

Location

the intersection of the Forest Service rd 500 and 563 with Bearskin Creek

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/19/2014
2
Decision
09/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2015 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
Bearskin Creek Culvert ReplacementDecision Signed Date: 09/05/2014
ForestsBoise National Forest
DistrictsLowman Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT12N R8E SEC9
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad managementWatershed management