Snowbird Ski Resort proposes installation of a Howitzer in Mineral Basin for avalanche control on both Forest Service and private lands. Snowbird currently conducts avalanche reduction in Mineral Basin using hand charges and Avalaunchers.
Location
Mineral Basin area.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
2
Decision
09/2015 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
12/2015 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Snowbird Mineral Basin Howitzer mount | Decision Signed Date: 09/09/2015 |
| Forests | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest |
| Districts | Pleasant Grove Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 3 South, Range 3 East, Section 17. |