Protect and restore sage-steppe habitats for the benefit of the threatened Utah prairie dog and the Forest Service sensitive sage-grouse. Restore watershed conditions to facilitate improved wildlife habitat effectiveness. Reduce encroaching conifers.
Location
The project area is located east of Panguitch, north of Highway 12, and east of Johns Valley Road.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/10/2017
2
Decision
05/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements |
| Mud Springs Wildlife Habitat Improvement Project | Decision Signed Date: 05/24/2018 |
| Forests | Dixie National Forest |
| Districts | Powell Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T34S, R04W, Sections 32-35; T34S, R03W, Sections 31-34; T35S, R04W, Sections 1-36; and T35S, R03W, Sections 3-10, 15-19, 30 and 31. |