Silver Creek Riparian Restoration
Beaver dam analogs would be installed along Silver Creek and its tributary Green's Gulch to mimic historic beaver dams. The long-term goal is to restore riparian area habitat for native plants and animals.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Along Silver Creek and Green's Gulch, approximately 13 miles south of Lead, SD.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/11/2023 |
| Decision | 06/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2023 (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; Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Silver Creek Riparian Restoration
Decision Signed Date: 06/16/2023
Forests:
Black Hills National Forest
Districts:
Northern Hills Ranger District
States:
South Dakota
Counties:
Lawrence
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Anne Dunckel
2014 N. Main Street
Spearfish, SD 57783
605-443-3073
anne.dunckel@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/16/2023