Copper Mountain Road Reroute
The Salmon-Challis NF proposes to reroute 0.25 miles of NFS Road #40656 to eliminate 2 ford crossings in ESA-listed fish habitat. A new route will be constructed and bridge installed across Banner Creek.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project is located approximately 17 miles NW of Stanley, Idaho on the NFS Road #40656 on the Middle Fork Ranger District.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/14/2023 |
| Decision | 12/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (24), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(24)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Middle Fork Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Watershed Management; Road Management
Project Activity:
Road Decommissioning; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Copper Mountain Road Reroute
Decision Signed Date: 12/13/2024
Forests:
Salmon-Challis National Forest
Districts:
Middle Fork Ranger District
States:
Idaho
Counties:
Custer
Legal Land Description:
T12N., R 10E, Section 24
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Christine Stewart
P.O. Box 750 Hwy 93
Challis, ID 83226
208-588-3415
christine.stewart@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/13/2024