Rita Blanca Swift Fox Artificial Dens Intallation
Texas Tech University received funding from Texas Parks and Wildlife to install artificial escape dens and tunnels for Swift foxes in Fall 2025. We will place 4 'escape den' structures 2m deep within each of 3 existing grids using heavy equipment.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Dallam Co., TX, Rita Blanca National Grasslands units RB-22, 23, and 34. Approximately 12 miles East of Texline, TX.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 07/30/2025 |
| Decision | 12/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Kiowa and Rita Blanca National Grasslands
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Rita Blanca Swift Fox Artificial Dens Intallation
Decision Signed Date: 12/16/2025
Forests:
Cibola National Forest
Districts:
Kiowa and Rita Blanca National Grasslands
States:
Texas
Counties:
Dallam
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Kristen Warren
714 Main St
Clayton, NM 88415
505-842-3436
kristen.warren@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/22/2025