Birch Creek Riparian Improvement Project
The project will treat vegetation within riparian areas in the Birch Creek sub-watershed by removing pinyon, juniper, and, as needed, other conifer species. The project also includes placement and operation of a bat watering trough.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Birch Creek 6th Field sub-watershed is located in the headwaters of the Escalante River Watershed, and is locally known as Main Canyon. The Dixie National Forest boundary in Main Canyon is approx
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/24/2012 |
| Comment Period | 05/24/2012 |
| Decision | 09/2012 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 10/2012 (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:
Escalante Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
215
Project Purpose:
Land Management Planning
Project Activity:
Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Birch Creek Riparian Improvement Project
Decision Signed Date: 09/28/2012
Legal Notice Date: 11/15/2012
Forests:
Dixie National Forest
Districts:
Escalante Ranger District
States:
Utah
Counties:
Garfield
Legal Land Description:
34S 1W, sec. 24, 25, 13; 34S 1E, sec. 46, 48, 47; 35S 1E, sec. 06, 07, 17, 08
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Brooke Shakespeare
P.O. Box 246
Escalante, UT 84726
435-826-5434
bshakespeare@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 11/19/2012