Decision Memo Completed

Little Minam Bridge Replacement Project

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Union, Oregon Eagle Cap Ranger District

The bridge crossing the Little Minam River along the popular Minam River Trail (#1637) would be replaced to assure safe crossing at the site. The replacement bridge would allow safe access for visitors and stock.

Location

The bridge is located approximately 4 miles from the Rock Springs trailhead on Forest Road 62 (Minam River Road).

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/30/2013
2
Comment Period
11/20/2013
3
Decision
01/2014 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
02/2014 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTrail Management
Little Minam Bridge Replacement Project Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 01/08/2014 Legal Notice Date: 01/08/2014
ForestsWallowa-Whitman National Forest
DistrictsEagle Cap Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT2S R41E Section 10
Recreation management