Decision Memo Completed

Alder Creek Beaver Dam Analogs

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Chelan, Washington Wenatchee River Ranger District

Enhance the aquatic ecosystem of Alder Creek through the addition of beaver dam analogs, large woody debris, and a post-assisted log structure. Project location is on Alder Creek near Alder Creek Horse Camp and just upstream of FS Road 6102200.

Location

Alder Creek (tributary to Lower Chiwawa River)

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/29/2022
2
Decision
08/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Alder Creek Beaver Dam AnalogsDecision Signed Date: 08/05/2022
ForestsOkanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
DistrictsWenatchee River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants