2024 Cave Gate Project
The Big Piney Ranger District is considering a project to construct a gate at the entrance of a cave that has several species of bats, including endangered, proposed endangered, and sensitive-listed species, that utilize the cave for hibernation.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Deer Quadrangle
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/26/2024 |
| Decision | 04/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2024 (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:
Buffalo Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements
Project Decision Information
2024 Cave Gate Project
Decision Signed Date: 04/01/2024
Forests:
Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
Districts:
Buffalo Ranger District
States:
Arkansas
Counties:
Newton
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Michael Mulford
640 NC 2500
Jasper, AR 72641
479-284-3150
michael.mulford@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/10/2024