Ape Cave Resource Protection
Project proposes to install gates on Ape Cave, listed as a Significant Cave per Federal Cave Resources Protection Act of 1988, to protect the cave from resource impacts outside of normal operating hours or season, including White Nose Syndrome.
Project Information
Expected Analysis Type
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion
Timber stand and/or wildlife habitat improvement activities which do not include the use of herbicides or do not require more than one mile of low standard road construction (Service Level D, FSH 7709.56)
Special Authority
Not applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit
Gifford Pinchot National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose
Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants; Special area management; Recreation management
Project Activity
Developed site management; Species habitat improvements; Special area management
Project Status
Current Status
Analysis Completed
Project Decision Information
Ape Cave Resource Protection
Decision Signed Date
2024-07-19
Last Updated: 07/19/2024