Decision Memo Completed

Sandia Peak Ski Area Lift 1 Improvements

Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands Bernalillo, New Mexico Sandia Ranger District

Proposal to entirely replace lift 1 with a new modern lift. This will include the removal of the existing towers, and the installation of new towers, rope & chairs, and drive house.

Location

Proposal falls within the existing special use authorization boundary for the Sandia Peak Ski Area, Bernalillo County, New Mexico

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/01/2025
2
Decision
08/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2025 (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 ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations
Sandia Peak Ski Area Lift 1 ImprovementsDecision Signed Date: 08/05/2025
ForestsCibola National Forest
DistrictsSandia Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 11N., R. 5E., Section 38, NMPM
Special use management