Decision Memo Completed

2017 Valentine Lake Trail and Boat Ramp Project

Kisatchie National Forest Rapides, Louisiana Calcasieu Ranger District

Within the Valentine Lake Recreation Area, add a connecter trail to two existing trails on either side of Valentine Lake to make a loop trail. Add a boat ramp for small boats ie, canoe, kayak, Jon boat.

Location

Valentine Lake Recreation Area is approximately 2 miles south of the community of Gardner or 14 miles southwest of the city of Alexandria in Louisiana. T 3 N, R 3 W, Section 16.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/04/2017
2
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2017 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Trail Management
2017 Valentine Lake Trail and Boat Ramp ProjectDecision Signed Date: 10/31/2017
ForestsKisatchie National Forest
DistrictsCalcasieu Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation management