Gimlet Creek and Upper Silver Creek Riparian Restoration
Beaver dam analogs will be constructed along Gimlet and upper Silver Creek to elevate the water table and help restore riparian ecosystem. Willows will also be harvested to be used in the BDA's as well as planted in banks to encourage willow growth.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Upper Silver Creek T3N R3E S35
Gimlet Creek T2N R4E S 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 21, 28
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/29/2024 |
| Decision | 06/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2024 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Northern Hills Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
Project Decision Information
Gimlet Creek and Upper Silver Creek Riparian Restoration
Decision Signed Date: 06/04/2024
Forests:
Black Hills National Forest
Districts:
Northern Hills Ranger District
States:
South Dakota
Counties:
Lawrence
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Matthew Scott
2014 N. Main Street
Spearfish, SD 57783
605-673-4853
matthew.c.scott@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/4/2024