Mine Creek Dam Removal
This proposal consists of removing a concrete dam to provide for connectivity of Mine Creek to the Cossatot River for aquatic organisms. Access to remove the dam with heavy equipment has been granted on the private land that adjoins the dam.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Mine Creek upstream of the confluence with the Cossatot River south of Mena in Polk County Arkansas
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/05/2019 |
| Decision | 10/2019 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 10/2019 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Mena Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Road Management
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Project Decision Information
Mine Creek Dam Removal
Decision Signed Date: 10/24/2019
Forests:
Ouachita National Forest
Districts:
Mena Ranger District
States:
Arkansas
Counties:
Polk
Legal Land Description:
T3S, R29W, Section 32
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Charity Ryles
1603 Highway 71 North
Mena, AR 71953
479-675-3233
cjryles@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 10/24/2019