Watershed - Ophir Pass Fen Restoration
Impacts to the Ophir Pass fen (dewatering, erosion) caused by past mining will be corrected by filling ditches, controlling erosion and replanting wetland plants.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
East of Ophir Pass, and south of Forest Road #679
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/01/2008 |
| Comment Period | 04/25/2012 |
| Decision | 05/2012 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2012 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Columbine Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
215
Project Purpose:
Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Abandoned Mine Land Clean-Up; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Ophir Pas Fen Restoration
Decision Signed Date: 05/29/2012
Legal Notice Date: 05/31/2012
Forests:
San Juan National Forest
Districts:
Columbine Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
San Juan
Legal Land Description:
T42N, R8W, sec 32
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Cathleen Zillich
367 Pearl Street
Bayfield, CO 81122
970-385-1239
czillich@blm.gov
Last Updated: 5/31/2012