Decision Memo Completed

Wildbunch Water System Extension

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests Greenlee, Arizona Clifton Ranger District

USFS, AZSWSP, AZSFWC, ADA, ADBSS, Wildbunch permittee in cooperation are planning to do 3 pipeline extensions on Cienega Pipeline to increase water availability to wildlife, specifically Mule deer and Desert Bighorn Sheep, and separate from livestock

Location

Clifton Ranger District, Wildbunch Allotment; South, and Roan Cow Pastures.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/03/2024
2
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements
Wildbunch Water System ExtensionDecision Signed Date: 06/10/2025
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsClifton Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT2S, R31E, Sections: 2, 3, 8, 9, 16, 17, 22, 27
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsGrazing management