The Hoosier National Forest is proposing to replace seven undersized and/or perched culverts, and one stream ford crossing with aquatic organism passage (AOP) structures.
Location
These structures are located on tributaries to the following: Hogs Defeat Creek, Patoka River, and Youngs Creek.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
09/17/2024
2
Decision
02/2026 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Watershed Improvements |
| Youngs Creek/Patoka River AOP | Decision Signed Date: 02/06/2026 |
| Forests | Hoosier National Forest |
| Districts | Tell City Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |