Palomas Creek Cave Gate
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Palomas Creek Cave is located within the South Fork Palomas Creek Watershed within the Black Range Ranger on the Gila National Forest, Sierra County, New Mexico. It is located adjacent to the South Fork of Palomas Creek in T13S R9W.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 1/6/2026 |
| Decision | 7/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Lead Management Unit:
Black Range Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Project Decision Information
Expected Decision Date: 7/2026 (Estimated)
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Sierra
Bret Mellott
c/o Black Range Ranger District
1804 N Date St
Truth or Consequences, New Mexico 87901
575-894-6678
Bret.Mellott@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/9/2026