Decision Memo Completed

Cottonwood Dam #1 J-81 Breach Project

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Washoe, Nevada Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest All Units

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 Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Cottonwood Dam #1 J-81 Breach ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/11/2016
ForestsHumboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
DistrictsCarson Ranger District
Watershed management