Decision Memo Completed

Bear Creek Aquatic Barrier Removal

Allegheny National Forest Elk, Pennsylvania Marienville Ranger District

To remove an old bridge on an unnamed tributary to Bear Creek associated with an abandoned section of Highway 984 and restore the site.

Location

Warrant 3776, Highland Township

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/25/2024
2
Decision
10/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Bear Creek Aquatic Barrier RemovalDecision Signed Date: 10/01/2025
ForestsAllegheny National Forest
DistrictsMarienville Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management