The purpose of this project is to restore proper hydrological function and improve aquatic habitat within the upper Squaw Creek watershed, and to best provide safe and sustainable recreational access to non-motorized trails #456 and #454.
Location
Approximately 6 miles west-northwest of Etna, WY or 37 miles northeast of Soda Springs, ID. Activities are proposed within the Squaw Creek drainage, which is a tributary to Jackknife Creek.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/04/2012
2
Comment Period
03/20/2013
3
Decision
05/2013 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
09/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Road Decommissioning; Species Habitat Improvements; Trail Management; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management; Watershed Improvements |
| Decision and FONSI for Squaw Creek Watershed Improvement Project | Decision Signed Date: 05/06/2013 |
| Forests | Caribou-Targhee National Forest |
| Districts | Soda Springs Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T04S R45E Sections 11, 13, 24 and NE ¼ of 14; T04S R46E Section 19 |