Decision Memo Completed

Road and Stream Restoration Project Phase 2

Ottawa National Forest Baraga; Gogebic; Houghton; Iron; Ontonagon, Michigan Ottawa National Forest All Units

We propose to restore aquatic habitat connectivity by replacing existing stream crossing structures that are barriers to aquatic organisms with appropriately designed structures that allow passage for fish and other aquatic organisms.

Location

Varied. Dependent on structure condition and resource need.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/09/2015
2
Comment Period
06/17/2015
3
Decision
05/2016 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
05/2016 (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 ActivityRoad Maintenance; Watershed Improvements
Road and Stream Restoration Project Phase 2Decision Signed Date: 05/10/2016
ForestsOttawa National Forest
DistrictsOttawa National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Watershed managementRoad managementWildlife, fish, rare plants