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 Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements |
| Wildbunch Water System Extension | Decision Signed Date: 06/10/2025 |
| Forests | Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests |
| Districts | Clifton Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T2S, R31E, Sections: 2, 3, 8, 9, 16, 17, 22, 27 |