Decision Memo Completed

Powderhorn West End Lift Replacement

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests Mesa, Colorado Grand Valley Ranger District

Replace West End chairlift, conduct associated grading and tree clearing, relocate existing ski patrol yurt, construct new ski run with access road and utilities.

Location

Powderhorn Mountain Resort in Mesa, CO

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/24/2025
2
Decision
04/2026 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2026 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Use Authorizations
Powderhorn West End Lift ReplacementDecision Signed Date: 04/01/2026
ForestsGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
DistrictsGrand Valley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation managementSpecial use management