Grindstone Canyon Riparian Restoration Project
To improve riparian habitat and prevent further incision/erosion, the USFS is proposing to plant native plant species and install beaver dam analogs, one-rock dams, and other erosion control features within Grindstone Canyon.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Restoration work would occur within Grindstone Canyon approximately 1 to 2 miles southwest of Ruidoso, New Mexico.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/24/2022 |
| Decision | 05/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2022 (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:
Smokey Bear 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
Grindstone Canyon Riparian Restoration Project
Decision Signed Date: 05/13/2022
Forests:
Lincoln National Forest
Districts:
Smokey Bear Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Lincoln
Legal Land Description:
Section 29 and 32 of T. 11 S., R. 13 E., NMPM
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Larry Cordova
901 Mechem Drive
Ruidoso, NM 88345
575-630-3007
larry.cordova@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/25/2022