Tolan Creek Watershed Improvement Project
The 2022 Trail Ridge Fire destabilized soils and stream channels in the Tolan Creek watershed. This project plans to mitigate negative road-stream interactions, enhance habitat for native fish, and improve watershed function and riparian habitat.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Tolan Creek watershed, NSFR 5740
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/31/2025 |
| Decision | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7); 32.2 (19), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(19); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Bitterroot National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Tolan Creek Watershed Improvement Project
Decision Signed Date: 05/14/2025
Forests:
Bitterroot National Forest
Districts:
Darby Ranger District; Sula Ranger District
States:
Montana
Counties:
Ravalli
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Nolan Platt
1801 North First Street
Hamilton, MT 59840
4063637100
Nolan.Platt@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/15/2025