Decision Memo Completed

2019 Sawtooth Diversion Settlement Agreement

Sawtooth National Forest Blaine; Custer, Idaho Sawtooth National Recreation Area

Project regarding the authorizations of the use or occupancy of National Forest System land for 20 water facilities through the issuance of either a Ditch Bill Easement or a Special Use Permit, per the 2019 Diversion Settlement Agreement

Location

20 water facilities on National Forest System Lands

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/30/2025
2
Decision
03/2026 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
2019 Sawtooth Diversion Settlement AgreementDecision Signed Date: 03/09/2026
ForestsSawtooth National Forest
DistrictsSawtooth National Recreation Area
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management