Decision Memo Completed

Dorsey Springs Riparian Exclosure

Gila National Forest Grant, New Mexico Silver City Ranger District

The proposed project is to enclose the newly purchased land around Dorsey Spring to protect Riparian Habitat which is approximately 40 acres.

Location

Located approximately 12 miles NW of Silver City, NM

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/10/2025
2
Decision
09/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2025 (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
Dorsey Springs Riparian ExclosureDecision Signed Date: 09/02/2025
ForestsGila National Forest
DistrictsSilver City Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT16S R15W Sec 27
Wildlife, fish, rare plants