Decision Memo Completed

Development of Interim Administrative Access to Cascade Head via FS Road 1861

Siuslaw National Forest Tillamook, Oregon Hebo Ranger District

Administrative non-public access to Cascade Head in area of 2021 landslide on FS Road 1861 for scientific research and search & rescue operations. Includes removing hazard trees and constructing a retaining wall and bridge for off-highway vehicles.

Location

West of Highway 101 on Forest Service Road 1861 in the Cascade Head Scenic Research Area. Approximately three miles north of Lincoln City, Oregon.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/04/2024
2
Comment Period
12/20/2024
3
Decision
02/2025 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
09/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (23), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(23)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Special Area Management
Development of Interim Administrative Access to Cascade Head via FS Road 1861Decision Signed Date: 02/12/2025
ForestsSiuslaw National Forest
DistrictsHebo Ranger District
Legal Land Description1 segment (mileposts 0.0 to 1.55)is in Lincoln Co.: Township 6S, Range 10W, Section 26. 2nd segment (mileposts 7.3 to 11.33) is in Tillamook Co.: T 6S, R 10W, Sec 7, & T 6S, R 11W, Sec 11 & 12.
Road management