Decision Memo Completed

Metolius River Trails Improvement Project

Deschutes National Forest Jefferson, Oregon Sisters Ranger District

The project will restore about 61 trail sites and replace bridges along the Metolius River. Sites adjacent to the river are bleeding sediment and affecting fish habitat. The log bridges are old and need to be replaced to protect public safety.

Location

Sites are located along the Wild and Scenic Metolius River, about 15 miles NW of Sisters, Oregon.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/26/2011
2
Comment Period
04/29/2012
3
Decision
05/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
07/2012 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTrail Management
Metolius River Trail Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/30/2012 Legal Notice Date: 06/01/2012
ForestsDeschutes National Forest
DistrictsSisters Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT12S, R09E
Recreation management