The purpose of this project is to provide legal access through a special use permit with terms, conditions, and stipulations for the operation, maintenance and modernization of snow survey infrastructure.
Location
Locations are throughout the Forest on the Summit, Groveland and Calaveras Ranger Districts including some sites in the Emigrant wilderness.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/02/2025
2
Decision
07/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Facility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations; Facility Maintenance |
| DWR Snow Survey Permit Renewal | Decision Signed Date: 07/30/2025 |
| Forests | Stanislaus National Forest |
| Districts | Calaveras Ranger District; Summit Ranger District; Groveland Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |