This project consists of demolishing Bagley Dam, installing a recreational trail bridge at the current dam site, re-routing a small section of the Bagley Lakes Loop trail, and stream channel reconstruction.
Location
Bagley Dam is located in the upper reach of Bagley Creek near the Mt. Baker Ski Area and just outside the Mt. Baker Wilderness boundary on the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Whatcom County.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/18/2023
2
Comment Period
12/18/2023
3
Decision
03/2024 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
07/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Trail Management; Watershed Improvements |
| Bagley Dam Decommissioning | Decision Signed Date: 03/01/2024 |
| Forests | Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest |
| Districts | Mt Baker Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |