Decision Memo Completed

USGS Newport Geophysical Observatory Permit Reissuance

Colville National Forest Pend Oreille, Washington Newport Ranger District

Reissuance of a special use permit to authorize continued use of NFS land for a geophysical observatory with no change in facilities.

Location

Newport Geophysical Observatory

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/22/2011
2
Decision
01/2012 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
02/2012 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
USGS Newport Geophysical Observatory Permit ReissuanceDecision Signed Date: 01/03/2012 Legal Notice Date: 01/05/2012
ForestsColville National Forest
DistrictsNewport Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNE 1/4 Section 21 T32N R45E, WM
Special use management