Decision Memo Completed

Black Mountain Privy Replacement

Gila National Forest Catron; Sierra, New Mexico Black Range Ranger District

The privy at Black Mountain lookout tower is at capacity. It is time to replace it with a new privy which will include such things as removing the old structure, blasting and/or digging a new pit and building a new structure.

Location

Black Mountain Lookout is approximately 6 miles SW of Beaverhead Work Station. T10S R13W Sec 06.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/13/2020
2
Decision
03/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction
Black Mountain PrivyDecision Signed Date: 03/19/2025
ForestsGila National Forest
DistrictsBlack Range Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Facility management