USGS Next Generation Water Observing System (NGWOS) Site
The USGS is proposing three temporary weather station sites on Holy Cross Ranger District. Each temporary site will consist of a 10 foot high weather station and an 8 foot by 9 foot weighing scale snow sensor with minimal soil disturbance.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Chicago Ridge Site SW 1/4 of SW 1/4 of S5 T7S R79W
Ptarmigan Site NE 1/4 of NE 1/4 of S30 T6S R79W
Homestake Site SE 1/4 of NE 1/4 of S6 T7S R80W
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 10/29/2021 |
| Decision | 09/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2022 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.11, 7 Cfr 1B.3(A) (3)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
East Zone/Holy Cross Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management; Research
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations; Research And Development
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
USGS Next Generation Water Observing System (NGWOS) Site
Decision Signed Date: 09/22/2022
Forests:
White River National Forest
Districts:
East Zone/Holy Cross Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Eagle
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Marcus Dreux
24747 US Highway 24
Minturn, CO 81645
970-468-5400
marcus.dreux@usda.gov
Last Updated: 9/23/2022