Remove diversion and intake structure, and decommission 0.78-mile canal to restore steam flows to Paris Creek while eliminating special use infrastructure. Replace associated stock water source eliminated by decommissioning.
Location
The project is in SE Idaho, approximately 5 miles west of Paris, Idaho in Bear Lake County.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/02/2022
2
Decision
08/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2022 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations; Grazing Structural Improvements; Watershed Improvements |
| Paris Spring Restoration | Decision Signed Date: 08/03/2022 |
| Forests | Caribou-Targhee National Forest |
| Districts | Montpelier Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |