There is a need to add a seismic monitoring site to the Earthquake Early Warning System to monitor the surrounding areas for earthquakes. Tomahawk Butte will provide a key location to fill a gap within the earthquake warning network.
Location
This project is located approximately 2 miles south of the town of Rocky Point, OR.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/19/2023
2
Decision
02/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| U of O Seismic Monitoring Station-Tomahawk | Decision Signed Date: 02/06/2024 |
| Forests | Fremont-Winema National Forest |
| Districts | Klamath Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T. 36 S., R. 6 E., Sec 15 |