A new water tank and line were authorized by the FS in August 2024. During the pre-construction meeting, a new route for the water line was requested to shorten the length of the water line. The permit will be amended with the new location.
Location
Montane, along Hidden Wilderness Drive
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/27/2025
2
Decision
08/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Idaho Springs Montane Water Line | Decision Signed Date: 08/28/2025 |
| Forests | Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests |
| Districts | Clear Creek Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T4S, R73W, Sec. 1 |