This project will involve the reclamation of approximately 11.5 miles of unauthorized roads to reduce soil erosion, reduce sedimentation into streams, and reduce road densities to improve habitats for wildlife.
Location
This Project is located in the northeast portion of the Schell management unit of the Ely ranger district, approximately 40 miles northeast of Ely, NV.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/30/2012
2
Comment Period
03/30/2012
3
Decision
05/2013 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
05/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Road Decommissioning; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Travel Management; Watershed Improvements |
| Seigel Road Closure Decision Memo | Decision Signed Date: 05/03/2013 |
| Forests | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Districts | Ely Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T22N, R65E, Sections 26, 27, 34 and 35 and T21N, R65E Sections 2,3,10, and 11. |