Black Canyon Stream Restoration
Wilderness RD is scoping a restoration proposal by New Mexico Environmental Dept. for projects in Black Canyon, to reduce water temperature impairment through planting, improving instream habitat for Gila trout and watershed function.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Black Canyon is located approx. 18 miles north of Wilderness RD office. The project extends east of private land to confluence with Aspen Canyon within Aldo Leopold Wilderness.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 09/01/2021 |
| Decision | 01/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 03/2022 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Wilderness Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Watershed Management; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Black Canyon Restoration
Decision Signed Date: 01/30/2022
Forests:
Gila National Forest
Districts:
Wilderness Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Grant
Legal Land Description:
T13S R11W Sec 8,9,10,14,15
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Dustin Myers
HC 68, Box 50
Mimbres, NM 88049
575-388-8201
dustin.myers@usda.gov
Last Updated: 2/1/2022