Decision Memo Completed

West Fork Fish Creek Trail Bridge Replacement

Lolo National Forest Mineral, Montana Ninemile Ranger District

This project proposes to repair and replace the current West Fork Fish Creek Trail Bridge that is deteriorating and will soon become unsafe to cross. This would help improve public safety, water quality, and habitat for aquatic species.

Location

located on the Ninemile Ranger District in the Lolo National Forest. The project area size is less than 1 acre on the West Fork Fish Creek Trail approximately three miles south of Clearwater Crossing.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/14/2025
2
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
West Fork Fish Creek Trail Bridge ReplacementDecision Signed Date: 06/05/2025
ForestsLolo National Forest
DistrictsNinemile Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation management