Host Campsite Holding Tanks at Blue Lake, Ophir Creek, Purgatoire and Bear Lake Campgrounds
Proposal to install 1,500 Gal concrete holding vault tanks at camp host sites in the Purgatoire, Ophir, Bear and Blue Lakes Campgrounds on the San Carlos District.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Various locations west of La Veta and Rye, Colorado see recreation map at https://www.fs.usda.gov/recmain/psicc/recreation
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/15/2023 |
| Decision | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management; Facility Management
Project Activity:
Developed Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
Districts:
San Carlos Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Custer; Huerfano; Las Animas
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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2840 Kachina Drive
Pueblo, CO 81008
719-783-2481
Arthur.Ellege@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/17/2025