Alta Lakes SNOTEL Site (NOR239 Amendment)
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has applied for a special use permit amendment for installation of a new SNOTEL site at Alta Lakes. NRCS has an existing forestwide permit that covers multiple sites.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
NE Section 22., T. 42 N., R. 9 W., New Mexico Prime Meridian
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 11/14/2023 |
| Decision | 04/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Alta Lakes SNOTEL Site (NOR239 Amendment)
Decision Signed Date: 04/21/2025
Forests:
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Districts:
Norwood Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
San Miguel
Legal Land Description:
NE Section 22., T. 42 N., R. 9 W., New Mexico Prime Meridian
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Lindsey Binder
2250 South Main Street
Delta, CO 81416
970 556-2231
Lindsey.Binder@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/21/2025