White Owl Dam Decommissioning
White Owl Dam is a low hazard earthen dam that has been in a state of disrepair since at least 1999, with conditions worsening over time due to lack of funding for dam repairs. White Owl Dam will be decommissioned.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
White Owl Dam is located on White Owl Lake in the Flat Tops 30 miles northwest of Dotsero, Colorado
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/06/2023 |
| Decision | 05/2023 (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:
East Zone/Eagle Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Watershed Improvements
Project Decision Information
White Owl Dam Decommissioning
Decision Signed Date: 05/08/2023
Forests:
White River National Forest
Districts:
East Zone/Eagle Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Garfield
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Melvin Woody
24747 US Hwy 24
Minturn, CO 81645
970-827-5166
melvin.woody@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/8/2023