Caples Lake Snowmaking Line Replacement at Kirkwood Mountain Resort
The project would replace approximately 2.2 miles (11,402 linear feet) of existing steel water line used to supply Kirkwood Mountain Resort with water for on-mountain snowmaking from Caples Lake to Chair 1.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The existing line lies between Caples Lake and Chair 1 of Kirkwood Mountain Resort, on the Amador Ranger District of the Eldorado National Forest, in Amador County, California.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 07/10/2023 |
| Decision | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Amador Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Developed Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Eldorado National Forest
Districts:
Amador Ranger District
States:
California
Counties:
Amador
Legal Land Description:
Township 9 & 10N Range 17 & 18E
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Cecilia Reed
26820 Silver Drive
Pioneer, CA 95666
425-888-8769
cecilia.reed@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/3/2025