Vermilion River Restoration - Grouse Reach
River and habitat restoration on approximately 2,400 feet of the Vermilion River in the Grouse Creek reach, located near Trout Creek, Montana.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Vermilion River near the confluence with Grouse Creek in Sanders County, Montana. Select wood sources are from multiple locations near Silver Butte Road (NFSR 149) and NFSR 2232.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/10/2025 |
| Decision | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Cabinet Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Road Decommissioning; Species Habitat Improvements; Trail Management; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Vermilion River Restoration - Grouse Reach
Decision Signed Date: 05/08/2025
Forests:
Kootenai National Forest
Districts:
Cabinet Ranger District
States:
Montana
Counties:
Sanders
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Ruth Heying
2693 MT Hwy 200
Trout Creek, MT 59874-9503
406-827-0731
Ruth.Heying@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/9/2025