Decision Memo Completed

Nelson Creek Dam Removal

Shasta-Trinity National Forest Shasta, California Shasta Lake Ranger District

Removal of pump house and small concrete dam on Nelson Creek to improve habitat for fish and other aquatic species. The pump house and dam are part of Oak Grove campground's water system which is no longer useable.

Location

Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area, Shasta Unit. Along Nelson Creek approximately one mile north of Shasta Lake.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/09/2009
2
Decision
06/2010 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2010 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Nelson Creek Dam and Water System RemovalDecision Signed Date: 06/02/2010
ForestsShasta Trinity National Forest
DistrictsShasta Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 35 North, Range 4 West, Section 29
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRecreation management