Decision Memo Completed

Threemile Creek Bull Trout Restoration

Fremont-Winema National Forest Klamath, Oregon Klamath Ranger District

To replace a failing barrier on Threemile Creek that helps to isolate the threatened bull Trout. Will be placing large wood in the stream to improve roughness,and pool habitat within the creek using a helicopter or spider excavator.

Location

Project area is located approximately 35 miles NW of Klamath Falls on Threemile Creek. The Barrier replacement is to the east of Westside Road and the west of Westside Road.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/13/2014
2
Decision
11/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2015 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
Threemile Creek Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 11/13/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R6E, sections 3 - 5
Wildlife, fish, rare plants