Decision Memo Completed

Mt Hough OHV and Watershed Restoration

Plumas National Forest Plumas, California Mt. Hough Ranger District

The Mt Hough RD has found a need to close 7.9 mi. of non-system OHV trails that are causing resource damage. 0.6 mi. of new motorized and non-motorized trail will be constructed to provide key access.

Location

This project is located near Quincy CA, on Mt Hough proper, Grizzly Peak, South Park, and Snake Lake areas

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/15/2019
2
Decision
01/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2020 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management; Watershed Improvements
Mt Hough OHV and Watershed RestorationDecision Signed Date: 01/27/2020
ForestsPlumas National Forest
DistrictsMt. Hough Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 24 North, Range 8 East; Section 8, Township 24 North, Range 9 East, Sections 6and 36; Township 24 North, Range 10 East, Section%u2019s 4, 5 , 6: Township 25 North, Range 9, Section 21, Township
Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsRecreation management