Decision Memo Completed

East Lake Resort Well Replacement

Deschutes National Forest Deschutes, Oregon Bend/Fort Rock Ranger District

East Lake Resort is requesting to replace their well with a new well system. Approximately 125 feet of piping would be placed 2 feet below the ground surface. The well depth would be approximately 150 feet and 8 inches in diameter.

Location

The well is located on the eastern shore of East Lake within the Newberry National Monument. East Lake Resort is located approximately 24 miles southeast of Bend.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/07/2023
2
Decision
11/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2024 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations; Facility Maintenance
East Lake Resort Well ReplacementDecision Signed Date: 11/02/2023
ForestsDeschutes National Forest
DistrictsBend/Fort Rock Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 21 S, Range 13 E, Sections 29
Special use management