After breeching the dam trash will be removed from the pool area. A stable flow path for spring runoff through the reservoir will be established and the native plant community will be restored.
Location
Coordinates: 39 degrees 35 minutes 10 seconds, -119 Degrees 53 Minutes 06 Seconds
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/15/2016
2
Decision
08/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2016 (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 | Watershed Improvements |
| Cottonwood Dam #1 J-81 Breach Project | Decision Signed Date: 08/11/2016 |
| Forests | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Districts | Carson Ranger District |