Panguitch Lake Hypolimnetic Siphon
Project Summary
Current Status:
In Progress
Location Summary:
The proposed action would occur adjacent to Panguitch Lake Dam and State Route 143 in Garfield County, Utah. Panguitch Lake is approximately 15 miles southwest of Panguitch, UT, and 15 miles east of Cedar Breaks National Monument and the town of Brian Head.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| NEPA Start Date | 3/25/2026 |
| Finding/Decision Date | 8/7/2026 |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Categorical Exclusion:
USDA-28d-USFS
Lead Management Unit:
Cedar City Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Special use management; Watershed management; Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Project Decision Information
Decision Signed Date: 8/7/2026
States:
Utah
Counties:
Garfield
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Leana Aparicio
c/o Cedar City Ranger District
820 N. Main Street
Cedar City, Utah 84721
435-865-3731
leana.aparicio@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/7/2026