Decision Memo Completed

Wilson Meadow and Calf Pasture Meadow Restoration Project

Eldorado National Forest El Dorado, California Pacific Ranger District

Improve hydrologic function within 2 meadows which have been highly manipulated by past logging, ranching, roads and diversions. In-channel work would include 'Stage 0' gully fill and meadow surface reshaping techniques. Reroute a section of trail.

Location

Wilson Meadow is located at the intersection of Wrights Lake Rd (11N26) and Wrights Tie Rd (11N37). Calf Pasture is approx. 1 mile east of Van Vleck Meadow/Tells Equestrian Camp (at end of 13N22D)

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/26/2020
2
Decision
02/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Trail Management; Watershed Improvements
Wilson Meadow and Calf Pasture Meadow Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 02/16/2022
ForestsEldorado National Forest
DistrictsPacific Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionWilson Meadow (90 acres): T11N, R16E, Sections 6 &7; Calf Pasture (30 acres): T31N, R15E, Section 33.
Watershed managementRecreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plants