Schedule of Proposed Actions (SOPA) 04/01/2024 to 06/30/2024 Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
This report contains the best available information at the time of publication. Questions may be directed to the Project Contact.
Report Contents (click to jump to a section) : - Projects Occurring Nationwide - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Occurring in more than one Forest (excluding Regionwide) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Forestwide (excluding Projects occurring in more than one Forest) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Occurring in more than one District (excluding Forestwide) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Cimarron Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Comanche Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Leadville Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Pikes Peak Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Salida Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, San Carlos Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, South Park Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, South Platte Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)
Projects Occurring Nationwide
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Land Management Plan Direction for Old-Growth Forest Conditions Across the National Forest System EIS *UPDATED*	- Land management planning	In Progress: NOI in Federal Register 12/20/2023 Est. DEIS NOA in Federal Register 06/2024	Expected:01/2025	01/2025	Jennifer McRae 505-377-3145 Jennifer.McRae@usda.gov
Description: Amend all land management plans for units of the National Forest System to include consistent direction to conserve and steward existing and recruit future old-growth forest conditions and to monitor their condition across planning areas of NFS. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65356
Location: UNIT - All Districts-level Units. STATE - All States. COUNTY - All Counties. LEGAL - Not Applicable. National Forests and Grasslands (128 units).
Locatable Mining Rule - 36 CFR 228, subpart A. EIS	- Regulations, Directives, Orders	On Hold	N/A	N/A	Sarah Shoemaker 907-586-7886 sarahshoemaker@fs.fed.us
Description: The U.S. Department of Agriculture proposes revisions to its regulations at 36 CFR 228, Subpart A governing locatable minerals operations on National Forest System lands.A draft EIS & proposed rule should be available for review/comment in late 2020 Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=57214
Location: UNIT - All Districts-level Units. STATE - All States. COUNTY - All Counties. LEGAL - Not Applicable. These regulations apply to all NFS lands open to mineral entry under the US mining laws. More Information is available at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/science-technology/geology/minerals/locatable-minerals/current-revisions.
Nationwide Aerial Application of Fire Retardant on National Forest System Land. EIS *UPDATED*	- Regulations, Directives, Orders	Completed	Actual: 02/06/2024	02/2024	Laura Conway 406-802-4317 laura.conway@usda.gov
Description: Programmatic Supplemental EIS for the Nationwide Aerial Application of Fire Retardant on National Forest System Land. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=60450
Location: UNIT - All Districts-level Units. STATE - All States. COUNTY - All Counties. LEGAL - Not Applicable. The direction in the SEIS will apply to use of aerially delivered fire retardant on all National Forest System land. .
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R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Occurring in more than one Forest (excluding Regionwide)
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Tomichi and Kebler AML Physical Safety Closures CE *UPDATED*	- Minerals and Geology	In Progress: Scoping Start 02/06/2023 Est. Comment Period Public Notice 03/2024	Expected:03/2024	05/2024	Pamela Leschak 970-874-6640 Pamela.Leschak@usda.gov
Description: The physical closure of 24 abandoned, inactive mine features such as open adits and shafts which pose the greatest physical hazard to the public. The closures include actions to restore, reclaim, abate, control, or prevent the adverse effects. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63911
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District, Gunnison Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Gunnison. LEGAL - New Mexico PM: T49N, R4E, Sec. 1; T50N, R4E, Sec. 27, 28, & 33; T49N, R5E, Sec. 3; T50N, R5E, Sec. 2, 11, 14, 26, & 34; T51N, R5E, Sec. 35. 20-30 Miles East of Gunnison, Colorado. Gunnison Ranger District and Salida Ranger District, PSICC NF.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Forestwide (excluding Projects occurring in more than one Forest)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Monarch Ski Area Expansion EA *UPDATED*	- Recreation management - Special use management	In Progress: Objection Period Legal Notice 02/22/2024	Expected:04/2024	05/2024	Don Dressler 720-391-0626 don.dressler@usda.gov
Description: Monarch Mountain is proposing to expand its special use permit boundary by approximately 377 acres to develop 139 acres of new terrain. The ski area also proposes a new 2700 foot long chairlift, a warming hut, restroom, and access road. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=61373
Location: UNIT - Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands All Units. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Monarch Mountain Ski Area.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Occurring in more than one District (excluding Forestwide)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Dispersed Camping Management, Leadville and Salida Ranger Districts EA *UPDATED*	- Recreation management - Watershed management	In Progress: Comment Period Public Notice 02/16/2023	Expected:06/2024	06/2024	Perry Edwards 907-738-2096 perry.edwards@usda.gov
Description: The FS proposes to analyze the effects of vehicle-based dispersed camping to identify where and what actions may be needed to respond to resource concerns and/or conflicts with other forest uses. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=60591
Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District, Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Custer, Fremont, Lake, Park, Saguache. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Leadville and Salida Ranger Districts, especially areas of high dispersed camping use.
Integrated Management of Target Shooting on the Pike National Forest EA	- Recreation management	In Progress: Scoping Start 01/06/2021 Est. Comment Period Public Notice 05/2024	Expected:12/2024	03/2025	Jennifer DeWoody 719-477-4216 jennifer.dewoody@usda.gov
Description: (Formerly the AIMS of Target Shooting project) This project will establish an adaptive framework to manage the opportunities for and effects of target shooting (recreational sport shooting) on the Pike National Forest. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=57807
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District, South Platte Ranger District, Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Clear Creek, Douglas, El Paso, Jefferson, Park, Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. The Pikes Peak, South Platte, and South Park Ranger Districts of the Pike National Forest located in central Colorado. All areas of the districts will be considered for management.
Lower North-South Vegetation Management EA	- Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management - Watershed management	In Progress: Scoping Start 10/13/2023 Est. Comment Period Public Notice 08/2024	Expected:01/2025	04/2025	James Gerleman 970-887-4131 james.gerleman@usda.gov
Description: The Forest Service proposes to use vegetation treatments such as tree thinning, prescribed burning, and/or other fuel reduction methods on appx. 116,600 acres to reduce the intensity of fires and create healthier forest conditions. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65019
Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District, Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Douglas, El Paso, Jefferson, Park. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Project area is in the foothills of the Colorado Front Range, east of the town of Shawnee, south of Conifer, west of Sedalia, and north of Woodland Park.
Rampart Fuel Break CE	- Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management	In Progress: Scoping Start 07/21/2023	Expected:02/2024	02/2024	Marlena Polkow 303-594-0775 Marlena.Polkow@usda.gov
Description: The purpose of this project is to establish and reinforce fuel breaks along roads in high priority areas to reduce the hazard of high-severity wildfires in communities neighboring the project area. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64339
Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District, Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Douglas, El Paso. LEGAL - T7S R69W S26,27,34,35; T8S R69W S1-3,10,11,14,22,23,26,27,34,35; T9S R69W S2,3,9-11,15,16,21,26-28,34-36; T10S R69W S1,12; T10S R68W S6,7,18; T11S R68W S8,17,20,29,32; T12S R68W S4,5,8; T13S R68W S2,3. The South Platte and Pikes Peak Ranger Districts would construct a fuel break along the Dump Road, Highway 67, and Rampart Range Road.
Sangre De Cristo Electric Permit Reissuance CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 08/05/2021	Expected:09/2022	09/2022	Heidi Scott 541-675-5624 heidi.scott@usda.gov
Description: To reissue 9 Sangre De Cristo Electric's expired permits on the San Carlos, Leadville and Salida Ranger Districts and add an updated operation and maintenance plan. These power transmission lines total approximately 87.62 acres and 35.8 miles.
Location: UNIT - San Carlos Ranger District, Comanche Ranger District, Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Lake, Saguache. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Salida Ranger District, Leadville Ranger District, & San Carlos Ranger District.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Cimarron Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Ambrosier Pipeline Special Use Permit CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 11/21/2022	Expected:09/2023	10/2023	Michelle Putz 970-295-9488 michelle.putz@usda.gov
Description: The Forest Service proposes to issue a Special Use Permit for a 20-year term to allow a private landowner to install, maintain and use a new 660-foot buried waterline and electric line on NFS land between his two parcels of private land Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63117
Location: UNIT - Cimarron Ranger District. STATE - Kansas. COUNTY - Morton. LEGAL - SWSW Sec 20, T34S, R42W. Appx. 3 miles north of Elkhart, Kansas; 2 miles northwest of Tunnerville Work Center.
CIM123 Merit Energy Company - Greenwood Gas Gathering Pipeline CE	- Minerals and Geology	On Hold	N/A	N/A	Nancy Brewer 620-697-3580 nancy.brewer@usda.gov
Description: Installation of a 12 inch natural gas pipeline approximately 2107 ft in length, with a width of 60 ft covering approximately 2.9 acres. The ditch will be approximately 2 ft wide and 5 ft deep. The pipeline will be buried approximately 4 ft.
Location: UNIT - Cimarron Ranger District. STATE - Kansas. COUNTY - Morton. LEGAL - T34S R42W Sec 19 SE1/4 and Sec 30 NE1/4. The proposed project is located within the sandsage ecosystem of the Cimarron National Grassland.
Santa Fe Trail Recreation Enhancement Project CE	- Recreation management	In Progress: Scoping Start 01/10/2020	Expected:03/2020	05/2020	Michelle Stevens 719-383-4356 michellestevens@fs.fed.us
Description: To construct a new parking area/trailhead that will provide safe parking and improved access to recreational opportunities along the Santa Fe National Historic Trail. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=57564
Location: UNIT - Cimarron Ranger District. STATE - Kansas. COUNTY - Morton. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Cimarron National Grassland in T33S R41W Sec 21 NE1/4 NE1/4.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Comanche Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Aubrey Trail Allotment Overflow Pond CE	- Grazing management	In Progress: Scoping Start 08/01/2022	Expected:03/2023	03/2023	Nancy Brewer 719-523-1706 nancy.brewer@usda.gov
Description: The Forest Service is proposing to authorize the Campo Grazing Association to construct an overflow pond at the end of the pipeline located in Unit 3 of the Aubrey Trail Allotment. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62831
Location: UNIT - Comanche Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Baca. LEGAL - T33S R45W Sec 2. Along FSR 2404.K along fence line.
Carrizo Swing Allotment Grazing Management EA	- Grazing management	Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2024	Expected:04/2024	05/2024	Nancy Brewer 620-697-4621 nancy.brewer@usda.gov
Description: Analysis of grazing management on the Carrizo Swing Allotment. Analysis of Carrizo Swing Allotment identified for planning purposes as a priority consistent with the criteria at 43 U.S.C. 1752(i).
Location: UNIT - Comanche Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Baca. LEGAL - T31S, R47W Section 7, parts of Sections 18, 19. T31S, R 48W Sections 13, 24, 26. 7 miles SW of Springfield, CO.
Mesa View Allotment Pipeline EA	- Grazing management	In Progress: Comment Period Public Notice 11/02/2022	Expected:07/2023	08/2023	Nancy Brewer 620-697-4621 nancy.brewer@usda.gov
Description: Install 3,400 ft of 1 ? inch water pipeline from existing solar well in Mesa view allotment into Palmona Allotment to provide better distribution of livestock. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63003
Location: UNIT - Comanche Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Las Animas. LEGAL - SE ? of Section 19 and NW ? of Section 29, T32S, R51W. One mile west on Highway 160 from Andrix Colorado to County Road 213, (or eight miles east of Highway 160 and Highway 109 intersection, located 2 miles north of Kim.
Pack String Swing Allotment Grazing Management EA	- Grazing management	Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2024	Expected:04/2024	05/2024	Nancy Brewer 620-697-4621 nancy.brewer@usda.gov
Description: grazing management on Pack String Swing Allotment. Analysis of Pack String Swing Allotment identified for planning purposes as a priority consistent with the criteria at 43 U.S.C> 1752 (i).
Location: UNIT - Comanche Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Baca. LEGAL - T31S, R47W portions of Sec 6. 7 miles SW of Springfield, CO.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Leadville Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Amend Special Use Permit for Utility Connection CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 10/18/2023	Expected:04/2024	04/2024	Kevin Held 719-539-3591 Kevin.Held@usda.gov
Description: Proposal to amend Sangre De Cristo Electric Association's master permit for a new electric service connection that includes 215 feet of overhead powerline Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65082
Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Lake. LEGAL - 6th P. M., T. 11 S., R. 81 W., sec. 24, NW1/4 SE1/4 and SW1/4 NE 1/4. near Leadville CO.
Amendment to Special Use Permit LDV733-Public Service Company of CO (PSCo) Lines 9254, 9255 and 9257 EA	- Special use management	In Progress: Comment Period Public Notice 11/16/2022	Expected:06/2024	07/2024	Max Forgensi 435-636-3335 justin.forgensi@usda.gov
Description: The Forest Service is responding to Xcel's request to amend their existing SUP to authorize access to and the rebuild of Transmission Lines 9254, 9255, and 9257 across National Forest System lands. The application includes additional access and ROWs. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62802
Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Lake. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Line 9255 is located along US Highway 24 from Otero Tap station to Twin Lakes to Malta Substation. Line 9254/9257 starts south of Leadville and runs north to the Climax Substation & Robinson on CO-91.
Halfmoon Aquatic Organism Passage CE *UPDATED*	- Recreation management - Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Watershed management - Road management - Climate Change Adaptation	In Progress: Scoping Start 06/21/2023	Expected:07/2024	09/2024	Janelle Valladares 719-269-8500 janelle.valladares@usda.gov
Description: This project proposes to replace an existing culvert on Forest Service Road 110 (Halfmoon Road) that crosses Halfmoon Creek at the Mount Massive trailhead. This includes moving the culvert, realigning the road and trail and adjusting the parking. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63985
Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Lake. LEGAL - T10S, R81W, Sec26. On Forest Service Road 110 (Halfmoon Road) at the Mount Massive Trailhead.
Interlaken Bat Project CE	- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants	In Progress: Scoping Start 03/14/2022	Expected:03/2024	05/2024	Jeni Windorski 719-486-7421 jeni.windorski@usda.gov
Description: FS proposes to install a 5'x5', prefabricated bat condo to provide a suitable maternity roosting site and subsequently exclude bats from roosting in the Dexter cabin. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=61792
Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Lake. LEGAL - Not Applicable. South side of Twin Lakes near Dexter Cabin.
Missouri Gulch Trail #1469 Avalanche and Landslide Realignments CE	- Recreation management	In Progress: Scoping Start 07/20/2023	Expected:03/2024	06/2024	Christopher Gutierrez 719-486-7420 christopher.gutierrez@usda.gov
Description: Due to an avalanche in 2019 and a landslide in 2022, trail realignment and/or reconstruction are necessary to locate the trail in a sustainable location away from a waterway. Rerouting or reconstruction of up to 3/4 of a mile trail are proposed. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63681
Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - T12S R80W Sections 19, 30. Along the Missouri Gulch trail #1469 within Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, near milepost 1 at approximately 10,800-feet and milepost 2, at about 11,800 feet.
Special Use Authorization for Kucera Driveway CE *NEW LISTING*	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 01/10/2024	Expected:07/2024	07/2024	Kevin Held 000-000-0000 Kevin.Held@usda.gov
Description: Review proponent's application to use an existing route to access a patented mining claim off Weston Pass Road. The proposed route is approximately 1710 feet long, 10 feet wide, and currently used by Xcel Energy for line access. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65456
Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Lake. LEGAL - 6th P. M., T. 10 S., R. 79 W., sec. 27, NW1/4. South of Leadville and east of Highway 24 along Weston Pass Road.
Special Use Authorization for Rebuild of 115kV Transmission Lines, 9254, 9255, and 9257 to Xcel EA	- Special use management	In Progress: Comment Period Public Notice 11/16/2022	Expected:03/2024	07/2024	Kevin Held 000-000-0000 Kevin.Held@usda.gov
Description: Issuance of Special Use Authorization to rebuild a 115kV Transmission lines 9254, 9255, and 9257 on National Forest System lands for approx. 21.1 miles in length and increase in width from 75' to 100'
Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Lake. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Located west of Leadville and Granite Colorado.
Twin Lakes Vegetation Management Project EA *UPDATED*	- Forest products - Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management - Watershed management - Climate Change Adaptation	In Progress: Comment Period Public Notice 04/08/2021	Expected:04/2024	06/2024	Lisa Corbin 719-530-3956 lisa.corbin@usda.gov
Description: There is a need to mitigate the potential impacts from high intensity wildfire to the watershed, reservoir, and other resources. Proposed vegetation treatments include mechanical/hand-thinning, firewood/product removal, and prescribed burning. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=59642
Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Lake. LEGAL - Not Applicable. The project is located south of Twin Lakes, Colorado in Lake and Chaffee Counties. A portion of the project is located within a Colorado Roadless area.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Pikes Peak Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Manitou Lake Picnic Area Improvements CE	- Recreation management	On Hold	N/A	N/A	Sue Miller 719-477-4222 Susan.Miller1@usda.gov
Description: Proposed improvements including replacing the bridge over the dam, raising portions of the boardwalk, repairing erosion on the dam face and on the shoreline, widening and hardening the Manitou Lake Tr, constructing hardened paths, replacing benches Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62991
Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Manitou Lake Picnic Area is 7 miles north of Woodland Park, Colorado.
Mercer Driveway Road Permit CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 08/02/2023	Expected:01/2024	02/2024	Kimberly Wilkes 719-477-4201 Kimberly.Wilkes@usda.gov
Description: Issue road use special use permit to new owner to use and maintain approx. 150 foot driveway to access private property. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65224
Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - T 11 S, R 69 W, Section 7, 6 P.M. Intersects with Teller County Road 78/Painted Rocks Road northwest of Woodland Park, CO.
Mule Creek Gravel Pit expansion EA	- Minerals and Geology	Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2024	Expected:06/2024	06/2024	Amy Titterington 719-838-0699 amy.j.titterington@usda.gov
Description: The PSICC is considering a proposal from Mule Creek Gravel, LLC to expand their current pit from 10.3 acres to 21.8 acres (increase of 11.5 acres) over the next ten years. Operations began in 2000 and Mule Creek has operated the pit since 2019. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64902
Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - 6th P.M., T13S, R69W, Section 30. The Mule Creek Pit is located 4 miles south of Divide, Colorado in Teller County. The pit is directly east of Mueller State Park and is partially on NFS lands and partially on privately owned land.
Pancake Rocks Trail Reroute CE	- Recreation management	In Progress: Scoping Start 05/17/2023	Expected:09/2023	09/2023	Samantha Gooch 858-531-8036 Samantha.Gooch@usda.gov
Description: Reroute approx. 2.3 miles of the existing Pancake Rocks Trail (NFST 704.A) to provide a more sustainable route and improve the user experience.
Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Pancake Rocks Trail (NFST 704.A) is on the west slope of Pikes Peak, on the western boundary of the ranger district. Access is off of Colorado SH 67, south of Divide, CO.
Pikes Peak Ranger District Dispersed Camping Project EA	- Recreation management	In Progress: Scoping Start 05/27/2022 Est. Comment Period Public Notice 06/2023	Expected:12/2023	02/2024	Samantha Gooch 719-477-4203 Samantha.Gooch@usda.gov
Description: Management actions to reduce impacts to the natural environment from dispersed camping and improve camping experiences for the public. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62294
Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Douglas, El Paso, Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. National Forest System lands within the Pikes Peak Ranger District.
USAFA Farish Recreation Area Road SUP CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 07/20/2022	Expected:09/2022	09/2022	Jessica Javernick 719-553-1504 jessica.javernick@usda.gov
Description: Renew a SUP for use and maintenance of FS309 and to add a new small section of road that is encroaching NFS lands around Grace Lake. A sign and buried electric wire is also included in the previous SUP Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62545
Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - El Paso. LEGAL - 6th PM T12S R68W sections 16 and 17. Around Farish Recreation Area and FSR309.
Veith New Road Special Use Permit Proposal CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 08/26/2022	Expected:11/2022	05/2023	Jessica Javernick 719-553-1504 jessica.javernick@usda.gov
Description: Construction, Use and Maintenance of a new road to access private property. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62755
Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - 6th P. M.,T12S, R69W Sec's 5 and 6. Proposed road is located off of FSR357 right when you enter the north end of section 5.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Salida Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Bootleg Campground Decommission CE	- Recreation management - Facility management	In Progress: Scoping Start 10/01/2023	Expected:03/2024	05/2024	Lisa Mellick 719-530-3976 lisa.mellick@usda.gov
Description: The Bootleg Campground site furnishings have reached the end of life cycle both in condition and in requirements for safety and accessibility. All site furnishings will be removed and the campground will be decommissioned. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64759
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Sec. 26, T. 15 S., R. 79 W., 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN. County Road 162, near the Chalk Creek TH of the Colorado Trail.
FY21 Trailhead Expansions CE	- Recreation management	In Progress: Scoping Start 06/21/2021	Expected:01/2024	03/2024	Aaron Lamp 7195303972 aaron.m.lamp@usda.gov
Description: There is a need to increase parking capacity at seven existing trailheads to provide for increasing visitor use and to provide opportunities for users with different space requirements (i.e. trailers, oversized vehicles). Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=59318
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. T51N, R7E, Sec 14 - Brown%u2019s Creek TH T48N, R8E, Sec 7 - Shirley Site T15S, R80W, Sec 33 - Grizzly TH T13S, R79W, Sec 31 - N Cottonwood TH T14S, R80W, Sec 30 - Ptarmigan Lake TH.
Monarch Crest Duo CE	- Recreation management	In Progress: Scoping Start 08/24/2021	Expected:03/2024	06/2024	Danielle Cook 719-367-4969 danielle.cook@usda.gov
Description: 1.75 mile single track addition to the Monarch Crest Trail #531 connecting to Marshall Pass along with an improved trail head at Hutchinson Cabin. 0.5 mile reroute on the Monarch Crest Trail #531 north of the Green Creek junction with Monarch Crest Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64130
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Gunnison. LEGAL - S24,T48, 6E Marshall Extension; S2, 48N, R6E Snow Drift Reroute. Located on the Monarch Crest Trail #531 at Marshall Pass, Hutchinson Cabin, and in between the Green Creek #1412 and S Fooses Creek #1776 junctions.
Monarch Park Campground Renovation CE *UPDATED*	- Recreation management	Completed	Actual: 01/22/2024	04/2024	Gabriel Hobson 530-258-5162 gabriel.hobson@usda.gov
Description: The USFS proposes to renovate a 65-year-old campground to include rehabilitating unsustainable sites, adding sites & facilities, and adding ADA-accessibile facilities while keeping with the rustic character of semi-primitive, motorized camping. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63632
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Monarch Park Campground is approx. 21-miles west of Salida, CO and approx. 14-miles northeast of Sargents, CO via Highway 50.
NFSR 203 Poncha Creek Reroute CE	- Road management	In Progress: Scoping Start 06/21/2021	Expected:03/2024	05/2024	Aaron Lamp 7195303972 aaron.m.lamp@usda.gov
Description: NFSR 203 lies immediately adjacent to Poncha Creek causing impacts to riparian & watershed resources and risking public safety during flood events. The proposal is to move the road alignment upland for 1 mile and rehabilitate the old roadbed. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=59129
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. NFSR 203 begins ~5 miles south of Poncha Springs, Colorado, 2 miles west of US Highway 285 at Mears Junction. The legal location of this project is T48N, R79W, Section 23.
Permit amendment for LDV734 Xcel Utility Connection CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 06/06/2023	Expected:03/2024	03/2024	Kevin Held 000-000-0000 Kevin.Held@usda.gov
Description: Proposal to amend permit to remove and replace a wooden powerline pole at 38.474965, -106.002925 with a taller pole and run an underground primary 1440 Volt line. The line will be buried under National Forest System Road 108. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64760
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - New Mexico P. M., T. 49 N., R. 6 E., sec. 29, NW1/4. South of Salida on NFSR108, north of Methodist Mountain.
Qwest d.b.a CenturyLink Special Use Authorization Amendment for Fiber Optic Communication Line CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 01/13/2020	Expected:01/2024	01/2024	Kevin Held 000-000-0000 Kevin.Held@usda.gov
Description: The proposed amendment is to pull a 144 F fiber optic cable, approx. 105,000 long, 2%u201D in wide (4.8 acres) through existing conduit (installed by Federal Lands Highway Commission) within an existing right-of-way adjacent to County Road 306. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=58308
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. T.14 S., R. 79 W., Secs. 19, 21, 28, & 29, T. 14 S., R. 80 W., Secs. 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 30, & T. 14 S., R. 81 W., Secs., 13, 14, 23, 24, 25, 6th P.M., Chaffee County, Colorado.
Special Use Authorization for Road to Jeffery Martin CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 09/13/2021	Expected:02/2024	04/2024	Janine Prout 719-505-6580 janine.l.prout@usda.gov
Description: Salida Ranger District has received a proposal from private property owner, Jeffery Martin to obtain a special use permit for use and maintenance of a road to serve as private motorized access his private property on National Forest System lands. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=60782
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Fremont. LEGAL - 6th PM T. 50 N., R. 10 E., Sec. 1, W1/2 NE1/4 and N1/2 SW1/4 and Sec. 2, NE1/4 SE1/4. 6th PM T. 50 N., R. 10 E., Sec. 1, W1/2 NE1/4 and N1/2 SW1/4 and Sec. 2, NE1/4 SE1/4.
Special Use Authorization for use of NFSR108 CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 06/01/2023	Expected:03/2024	03/2024	Kevin Held 000-000-0000 Kevin.Held@usda.gov
Description: Proposal to issue permit to Fremont/Methodist Tower Users Group for use and maintenance of an existing administrative portion of NFSR 108 for access and maintenance at the Fremont and Methodist Mtn Communication Site Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64762
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Fremont, Saguache. LEGAL - Not Applicable. South of Salida on Methodist Mountain.
Special Use Authorization to Rebuild a 115kV Transmission Line, 9811 EA	- Special use management	In Progress: Comment Period Public Notice 08/08/2023	Expected:02/2024	04/2024	Janine Prout 719-836-3866 janine.l.prout@usda.gov
Description: Proposal to amend the existing permit issued to Xcel Energy to approve actions to rebuild the existing transmission line. The BLM is lead agency. https://eplanning.blm.gov Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62452
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. South east of Poncha Springs, Colorado.
Special Use Permit for State of CO Private Mobile Radio Communication Site CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 04/01/2022	Expected:05/2023	06/2023	Kevin Held 000-000-0000 Kevin.Held@usda.gov
Description: The Forest Service proposes to issue a special use permit to the State of CO to build a new private mobile radio site on Methodist Mountain to include constructing a 100%u2019 tower, a concrete building & placement of 2-1000-gallon propane tanks. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63857
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Methodist Mountain Communication site three miles east of Salida, CO.
State of Colorado Private Mobile Radio Communication Site CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 07/10/2023	Expected:02/2024	06/2024	Kevin Held 719-458-7751 Kevin.Held@usda.gov
Description: Amend State of Colorado's existing special use authorization. Their proposal is to remove/decommission the existing 50-foot guyed tower and 25-foot self-supported tower and replace them with a 40-foot self-supported tower. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64212
Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Gunnison. LEGAL - T. 49 N., R. 6 E., sec. 20, New Mexico P. M., Colorado,. Top of Monarch Pass at existing communications site east of Highway 50.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, San Carlos Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Jade Communications Fiber Optic Install CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 10/23/2023	Expected:12/2023	12/2023	Francisco Castillo 435-636-3336 francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov
Description: To install fiber optic line in the State Highway 12 right-of-way within the town limits of Cucharas, CO.
Location: UNIT - San Carlos Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Huerfano. LEGAL - Sec. 14, T.10S., R.78S., 6th PM. Right-of-way of State Highway 12 in Cucharas, CO.
Locke Park Land Exchange EA	- Land ownership management - Land acquisition	In Progress: Comment Period Public Notice 06/08/2023	Expected:02/2024	04/2024	Sean Hines 719-530-3974 sean.hines@usda.gov
Description: Equal value land exchange of 100 acres of federal land for 120 acres of private land between the US Forest Service and Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63709
Location: UNIT - San Carlos Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Custer, Fremont. LEGAL - T46N, R12E, Sec.5 N.M.P.M; T20S, R70W, Sec. 29, 31, 32 6th P.M.,. Federal parcel is 3.5 miles west of Hillside, CO; private parcel is on the south side of Locke Park at the headwaters of Newlin Creek.
Special Uses Permit Reissuances. Expired Existing Permits CE	- Special use management	Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 10/2010	Expected:12/2010	01/2012	Jessica Javernick 719-269-8703 jjavernick@fs.fed.us
Description: Issuance of a new special use authorization for a new term to replace an existing or expired special use authorization when the only changes are administrative.
Location: UNIT - San Carlos Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Custer, Fremont, Huerfano, Las Animas, Pueblo. San Carlos Ranger District.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, South Park Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
2023 Loco Mountain Outfitters, LLC Priority O&G Permit Application CE	- Special use management	Completed This project has changed to a CE that does not require a written decision document and will be removed from the SOPA.		09/2023	Samantha Eaton Jensen 719-293-3510 samantha.eaton@usda.gov
Description: The Forest Service is proposing to issue a Priority Use Outfitting & Guiding Permit to Loco Mountain Outfitters, LLC, for 100 service days of hunting privileges in GMU 58.
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - All Sections comprising NFS lands within T. 14 S., R. 73 W; T. 14 S., R. 74 W.; T. 15 S., R 74 W.; and T. 13 S., R. 73 W.; as well as T. 14 S., R. 72 W., W 1/2 of Sec. 6, 7, & 18; 6th Principal Meridi. Colorado Game Management Unit (GMU) 58; proposed use within the South Park Ranger District boundary, only.
Crystal Creek Mine Plans of Operation EA	- Minerals and Geology	Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2024	Expected:04/2024	06/2024	Amy Titterington 719-836-2031 amyjtitterington@fs.fed.us
Description: The FS has received 3 proposals to explore for and mine pegmatite gemstones in the Crystal Creek Mining Area on 9 unpatented mining claims. Total disturbance is 2 acres per season and 15 acres over the next 10 years. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63322
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - 6th PM, T12S, R71W. The unpatented claims are located approximately 4 miles northeast of Lake George, CO in Teller County.
Indian Paintbrush Access Roads CE	- Special use management	On Hold	N/A	N/A	Francisco Castillo 435-636-3336 francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov
Description: Provide adequate access for the reasonable use and enjoyment for one of the proponents private properties. Provide emergency, but not casual use, access for three other identified routes around another property.
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Section 3, 4, and 5, Township 13 South, Range 72 West, 6th Principal Meridian. Private property known as the Indian Paintbrush Ranch and a property to the East.
Jefferson and Eleven Mile Entrance Stations CE	- Recreation management - Facility management	In Progress: Scoping Start 03/22/2019	Expected:04/2023	04/2023	Jeremy Schoonover 719-836-2031 jeremy.schoonover@usda.gov
Description: The entry stations at these locations do not meet safety or access requirements. Replace existing sheds with Schweitzer Entry Stations that have increased safety features and site-appropriate facades, adjusting traffic lanes where needed.
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Jefferson Creek fee station on NFSR 37; Eleven Mile Canyon fee station on NFSR 96.
Kite Lake Improvement Plan EA	- Recreation management - Special use management	In Progress: Objection Period Legal Notice 12/15/2023	Expected:03/2024	06/2024	Jeremy Schoonover 719-836-2031 jeremy.schoonover@usda.gov
Description: This project addresses increased recreation that is putting stress on resources and infrastructure at the Kite Lake site and Buckskin Gulch corridor. The plan may modify: the roadway, campground, parking lot, bathrooms, land ownership and mgmt. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=61211
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - T.8.S, R.78.W, Sec. 29; T.8.S, R.78.W, Sec. 28; T.8.S, R.78.W, Sec. 33; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.4; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.3; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.2; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.11; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.12. Located along County Rd. 8 (Buckskin Gulch Rd) and at the Kite Lake campground and parking lot.
Mills Access Road CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 04/10/2023	Expected:12/2023	12/2023	Francisco Castillo 435-636-3336 francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov
Description: Bring into the special use program an access road that is currently not permitted but was permitted in the 1970s. This use is the primary route for the Mills Family. This use would also include access thru a mud season closure.
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Section 7 and 18, Township 12 South, Range 71 West, 6th PM. Located North of Lake George, CO off County Road 77. National Forest Service road 296 is part of the proposal.
Riparian Reconnect South Park 2023 CE	- Watershed management	Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 05/2023	Expected:06/2023	08/2023	Sheila Lamb 719-836-2031 sheila.lamb@usda.gov
Description: This project will restore degraded riparian systems in several high-value headwater locations and repair historic land impacts by using low impact, process-based restoration techniques to reconnect streams to their associated floodplains.
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - T8S R77W Sections 2, 11, 12, 26, 35, 36; T9S R77W Sections 1, 4, 9, 10, 15. Crooked Creek, Trout Creek (both headwaters of Middle Fork of the South Platter River), and North Tarryall Creek (Tarryall Creek headwaters).
Roche Annual Road Access CE *UPDATED*	- Special use management	Completed	Actual: 12/19/2023	03/2024	Francisco Castillo 719-836-3866 francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov
Description: To provide access to the Roche family thru the 5B Wildlife Closure on the Browns Pass Road. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64045
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Section 24, Township 10 South, Range 78 West, 6th Principal Meridian. Browns Pass Road on the South Park Ranger District.
Rockingham Lode Access Road CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 04/01/2022	Expected:07/2023	07/2023	Francisco Castillo 435-636-3336 francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov
Description: Proposal to bring in an unauthorized/historic route. This route was mis-identified in the 80s as being covered in an easement as pre-scribed by a Park County resolution.
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Section 3, Township 9 South, Range 78 West, 6th Principal Meridian. Proposal is located to the South of Park County 8 outside the Town of Alma.
Rye Slough Stream Improvement CE	- Watershed management	Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 03/2022	Expected:05/2022	07/2022	Jamie Krezelok 970-870-2256 jamie.krezelok@usda.gov
Description: Place vegetated small earthen grade controls in approx. 0.6 miles of stream channel and plant willows along the banks to increase bank stability and slow and spread water throughout the floodplain to reconnect the wetland.
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - T. 15 S, R. 74 W, Section 19, Sixth P.M. The project is located on Rye Slough along NFSR 268, approximately 20 miles south of Hartzel and 20 miles northeast of Salida. The legal location is Township 15 S, Range 74 W, Section 19, 6th P.M.
South Park Illegal Route Management CE	- Recreation management	Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 05/2023	Expected:08/2023	09/2023	Jason Looby 719-225-3329 Jason.Looby@usda.gov
Description: There is a need to develop an adaptive approach to close and rehabilitate illegal routes (typically motorized) on the South Park Ranger District. Management actions will be selected based on the location, damage, and potential for further impacts. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64041
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park, Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. The South Park Ranger District ranges from Lake George, CO to Fairplay, CO. Unauthorized (illegal) trails are found throughout the district, but are more concentrated in the eastern section.
South Park Ranger District Dispersed Camping Project EA	- Recreation management	In Progress: Scoping Start 05/27/2022 Est. Comment Period Public Notice 06/2023	Expected:12/2023	02/2024	Jeremy Schoonover 719-836-2031 jeremy.schoonover@usda.gov
Description: Recreation project that will focus on improving the natural environment and providing better dispersed camping experiences for the public. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62281
Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park, Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Forest Service Land Jurisdiction on the South Park Ranger District.
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, South Platte Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)	R2 - Rocky Mountain Region
Project Name	Project Purpose	Planning Status	Decision	Expected Implementation	Project Contact
Buffalo Creek Work Center Office and Engine Storage Additions CE *NEW LISTING*	- Facility management	Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 03/2024	Expected:06/2024	09/2024	Phillip Krieble 303-275-5610 Phillip.Krieble@usda.gov
Description: Construct new office space (~3,212 sq. ft.) and additional engine bay space (~516 sq.ft.) on the existing Engine Storage building. The total area of disturbance would be approx. 0.8 acre, all within the work center site. Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65807
Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Jefferson. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Buffalo Creek Work Center on County Road 126, Buffalo Creek CO; SW ? Section 31, Township 7 South, Range 70 West, 6th Principal Meridian, Jefferson County, Colorado.
Crossons Road Special Use Permit CE *NEW LISTING*	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 01/05/2024	Expected:04/2024	04/2024	Nathanael Berry 303-275-5645 Nathanael.Berry@usda.gov
Description: The proposed use is to permit and improve NFSR 552. The road will lead to the private in-holding at the Crossons property. The road will not be open to the public but will be used for access by the owner.
Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Jefferson. LEGAL - 6th P.M., T7S., R71W., sec.31; 6th P.M., T8S., R71W., sec.6. Near Holmes Gulch, South of the North Fork South Platte River.
Lands Special Use Permit Reissuance - Well and Pipeline CE	- Special use management	On Hold	N/A	N/A	Lisa Heagley 303-275-5624 lheagley@fs.fed.us
Description: Reissue permit to Christopher Baker for a well house and pipeline that has been used and maintained by the family for approximately 70 years.
Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Douglas. LEGAL - 6th PM, T.8S, R.70W, Section 13. Nighthawk recreation cabins.
State of Colorado Comm Site at Kenosha Pass CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 12/05/2023	Expected:03/2024	04/2024	Jessica Javernick 719-553-1504 jessica.javernick@usda.gov
Description: The State of Colorado has submitted an application to renew a comm site lease at Kenosha Pass and to replace the existing tower with a new 70 foot self-supported tower. NEPA approving the use of the existing tower was completed in 2016.
Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Kenosha Pass Summit, next to SH285.
Tuscan Road Access Permit Issuance CE	- Special use management	In Progress: Scoping Start 08/14/2023	Expected:11/2023	11/2023	Nathanael Berry 303-275-5645 Nathanael.Berry@usda.gov
Description: The proponent is requesting a permit to maintain and improve a road .7 miles in length and fifteen feet in width. The permit term would be for twenty years.
Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Jefferson. LEGAL - 6th P.M., R70W, T9S, sec.15, SE1/4. One half mile East of Trumbull.
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Schedule of Proposed Actions (SOPA)
04/01/2024 to 06/30/2024
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands

This report contains the best available information at the time of publication. Questions may be directed to the Project Contact.

Projects Occurring Nationwide

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Land Management Plan Direction for Old-Growth Forest Conditions Across the National Forest System
EIS

*UPDATED*

- Land management planning

In Progress:
NOI in Federal Register 12/20/2023
Est. DEIS NOA in Federal Register 06/2024

Expected:01/2025

01/2025

Jennifer McRae
505-377-3145
Jennifer.McRae@usda.gov

Description: Amend all land management plans for units of the National Forest System to include consistent direction to conserve and steward existing and recruit future old-growth forest conditions and to monitor their condition across planning areas of NFS.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65356

Location: UNIT - All Districts-level Units. STATE - All States. COUNTY - All Counties. LEGAL - Not Applicable. National Forests and Grasslands (128 units).

Locatable Mining Rule - 36 CFR 228, subpart A.
EIS

- Regulations, Directives, Orders

On Hold

N/A

Sarah Shoemaker
907-586-7886
sarahshoemaker@fs.fed.us

Description: The U.S. Department of Agriculture proposes revisions to its regulations at 36 CFR 228, Subpart A governing locatable minerals operations on National Forest System lands.A draft EIS & proposed rule should be available for review/comment in late 2020
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=57214

Location: UNIT - All Districts-level Units. STATE - All States. COUNTY - All Counties. LEGAL - Not Applicable. These regulations apply to all NFS lands open to mineral entry under the US mining laws. More Information is available at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/science-technology/geology/minerals/locatable-minerals/current-revisions.

Nationwide Aerial Application of Fire Retardant on National Forest System Land.
EIS

*UPDATED*

- Regulations, Directives, Orders

Completed

Actual: 02/06/2024

02/2024

Laura Conway
406-802-4317
laura.conway@usda.gov

Description: Programmatic Supplemental EIS for the Nationwide Aerial Application of Fire Retardant on National Forest System Land.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=60450

Location: UNIT - All Districts-level Units. STATE - All States. COUNTY - All Counties. LEGAL - Not Applicable. The direction in the SEIS will apply to use of aerially delivered fire retardant on all National Forest System land. .

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R2 - Rocky Mountain Region, Occurring in more than one Forest (excluding Regionwide)

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Tomichi and Kebler AML Physical Safety Closures
CE

*UPDATED*

- Minerals and Geology

In Progress:
Scoping Start 02/06/2023
Est. Comment Period Public Notice 03/2024

Expected:03/2024

05/2024

Pamela Leschak
970-874-6640
Pamela.Leschak@usda.gov

Description: The physical closure of 24 abandoned, inactive mine features such as open adits and shafts which pose the greatest physical hazard to the public. The closures include actions to restore, reclaim, abate, control, or prevent the adverse effects.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63911

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District, Gunnison Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Gunnison. LEGAL - New Mexico PM: T49N, R4E, Sec. 1; T50N, R4E, Sec. 27, 28, & 33; T49N, R5E, Sec. 3; T50N, R5E, Sec. 2, 11, 14, 26, & 34; T51N, R5E, Sec. 35. 20-30 Miles East of Gunnison, Colorado. Gunnison Ranger District and Salida Ranger District, PSICC NF.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Forestwide (excluding Projects occurring in more than one Forest)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Monarch Ski Area Expansion
EA

*UPDATED*

- Recreation management
- Special use management

In Progress:
Objection Period Legal Notice 02/22/2024

Expected:04/2024

05/2024

Don Dressler
720-391-0626
don.dressler@usda.gov

Description: Monarch Mountain is proposing to expand its special use permit boundary by approximately 377 acres to develop 139 acres of new terrain. The ski area also proposes a new 2700 foot long chairlift, a warming hut, restroom, and access road.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=61373

Location: UNIT - Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands All Units. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Monarch Mountain Ski Area.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Occurring in more than one District (excluding Forestwide)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Dispersed Camping Management, Leadville and Salida Ranger Districts
EA

*UPDATED*

- Recreation management
- Watershed management

In Progress:
Comment Period Public Notice 02/16/2023

Expected:06/2024

06/2024

Perry Edwards
907-738-2096
perry.edwards@usda.gov

Description: The FS proposes to analyze the effects of vehicle-based dispersed camping to identify where and what actions may be needed to respond to resource concerns and/or conflicts with other forest uses.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=60591

Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District, Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Custer, Fremont, Lake, Park, Saguache. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Leadville and Salida Ranger Districts, especially areas of high dispersed camping use.

Integrated Management of Target Shooting on the Pike National Forest
EA

- Recreation management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 01/06/2021
Est. Comment Period Public Notice 05/2024

Expected:12/2024

03/2025

Jennifer DeWoody
719-477-4216
jennifer.dewoody@usda.gov

Description: (Formerly the AIMS of Target Shooting project) This project will establish an adaptive framework to manage the opportunities for and effects of target shooting (recreational sport shooting) on the Pike National Forest.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=57807

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District, South Platte Ranger District, Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Clear Creek, Douglas, El Paso, Jefferson, Park, Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. The Pikes Peak, South Platte, and South Park Ranger Districts of the Pike National Forest located in central Colorado. All areas of the districts will be considered for management.

Lower North-South Vegetation Management
EA

- Vegetation management (other than forest products)
- Fuels management
- Watershed management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 10/13/2023
Est. Comment Period Public Notice 08/2024

Expected:01/2025

04/2025

James Gerleman
970-887-4131
james.gerleman@usda.gov

Description: The Forest Service proposes to use vegetation treatments such as tree thinning, prescribed burning, and/or other fuel reduction methods on appx. 116,600 acres to reduce the intensity of fires and create healthier forest conditions.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65019

Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District, Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Douglas, El Paso, Jefferson, Park. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Project area is in the foothills of the Colorado Front Range, east of the town of Shawnee, south of Conifer, west of Sedalia, and north of Woodland Park.

Rampart Fuel Break
CE

- Vegetation management (other than forest products)
- Fuels management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 07/21/2023

Expected:02/2024

02/2024

Marlena Polkow
303-594-0775
Marlena.Polkow@usda.gov

Description: The purpose of this project is to establish and reinforce fuel breaks along roads in high priority areas to reduce the hazard of high-severity wildfires in communities neighboring the project area.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64339

Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District, Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Douglas, El Paso. LEGAL - T7S R69W S26,27,34,35; T8S R69W S1-3,10,11,14,22,23,26,27,34,35; T9S R69W S2,3,9-11,15,16,21,26-28,34-36; T10S R69W S1,12; T10S R68W S6,7,18; T11S R68W S8,17,20,29,32; T12S R68W S4,5,8; T13S R68W S2,3. The South Platte and Pikes Peak Ranger Districts would construct a fuel break along the Dump Road, Highway 67, and Rampart Range Road.

Sangre De Cristo Electric Permit Reissuance
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 08/05/2021

Expected:09/2022

09/2022

Heidi Scott
541-675-5624
heidi.scott@usda.gov

Description: To reissue 9 Sangre De Cristo Electric's expired permits on the San Carlos, Leadville and Salida Ranger Districts and add an updated operation and maintenance plan. These power transmission lines total approximately 87.62 acres and 35.8 miles.

Location: UNIT - San Carlos Ranger District, Comanche Ranger District, Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Lake, Saguache. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Salida Ranger District, Leadville Ranger District, & San Carlos Ranger District.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Cimarron Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Ambrosier Pipeline Special Use Permit
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 11/21/2022

Expected:09/2023

10/2023

Michelle Putz
970-295-9488
michelle.putz@usda.gov

Description: The Forest Service proposes to issue a Special Use Permit for a 20-year term to allow a private landowner to install, maintain and use a new 660-foot buried waterline and electric line on NFS land between his two parcels of private land
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63117

Location: UNIT - Cimarron Ranger District. STATE - Kansas. COUNTY - Morton. LEGAL - SWSW Sec 20, T34S, R42W. Appx. 3 miles north of Elkhart, Kansas; 2 miles northwest of Tunnerville Work Center.

CIM123 Merit Energy Company - Greenwood Gas Gathering Pipeline
CE

- Minerals and Geology

On Hold

N/A

Nancy Brewer
620-697-3580
nancy.brewer@usda.gov

Description: Installation of a 12 inch natural gas pipeline approximately 2107 ft in length, with a width of 60 ft covering approximately 2.9 acres. The ditch will be approximately 2 ft wide and 5 ft deep. The pipeline will be buried approximately 4 ft.

Location: UNIT - Cimarron Ranger District. STATE - Kansas. COUNTY - Morton. LEGAL - T34S R42W Sec 19 SE1/4 and Sec 30 NE1/4. The proposed project is located within the sandsage ecosystem of the Cimarron National Grassland.

Santa Fe Trail Recreation Enhancement Project
CE

- Recreation management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 01/10/2020

Expected:03/2020

05/2020

Michelle Stevens
719-383-4356
michellestevens@fs.fed.us

Description: To construct a new parking area/trailhead that will provide safe parking and improved access to recreational opportunities along the Santa Fe National Historic Trail.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=57564

Location: UNIT - Cimarron Ranger District. STATE - Kansas. COUNTY - Morton. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Cimarron National Grassland in T33S R41W Sec 21 NE1/4 NE1/4.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Comanche Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Aubrey Trail Allotment Overflow Pond
CE

- Grazing management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 08/01/2022

Expected:03/2023

03/2023

Nancy Brewer
719-523-1706
nancy.brewer@usda.gov

Description: The Forest Service is proposing to authorize the Campo Grazing Association to construct an overflow pond at the end of the pipeline located in Unit 3 of the Aubrey Trail Allotment.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62831

Location: UNIT - Comanche Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Baca. LEGAL - T33S R45W Sec 2. Along FSR 2404.K along fence line.

Carrizo Swing Allotment Grazing Management
EA

- Grazing management

Developing Proposal
Est. Scoping Start 01/2024

Expected:04/2024

05/2024

Nancy Brewer
620-697-4621
nancy.brewer@usda.gov

Description: Analysis of grazing management on the Carrizo Swing Allotment. Analysis of Carrizo Swing Allotment identified for planning purposes as a priority consistent with the criteria at 43 U.S.C. 1752(i).

Location: UNIT - Comanche Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Baca. LEGAL - T31S, R47W Section 7, parts of Sections 18, 19. T31S, R 48W Sections 13, 24, 26. 7 miles SW of Springfield, CO.

Mesa View Allotment Pipeline
EA

- Grazing management

In Progress:
Comment Period Public Notice 11/02/2022

Expected:07/2023

08/2023

Nancy Brewer
620-697-4621
nancy.brewer@usda.gov

Description: Install 3,400 ft of 1 ? inch water pipeline from existing solar well in Mesa view allotment into Palmona Allotment to provide better distribution of livestock.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63003

Location: UNIT - Comanche Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Las Animas. LEGAL - SE ? of Section 19 and NW ? of Section 29, T32S, R51W. One mile west on Highway 160 from Andrix Colorado to County Road 213, (or eight miles east of Highway 160 and Highway 109 intersection, located 2 miles north of Kim.

Pack String Swing Allotment Grazing Management
EA

- Grazing management

Developing Proposal
Est. Scoping Start 01/2024

Expected:04/2024

05/2024

Nancy Brewer
620-697-4621
nancy.brewer@usda.gov

Description: grazing management on Pack String Swing Allotment. Analysis of Pack String Swing Allotment identified for planning purposes as a priority consistent with the criteria at 43 U.S.C> 1752 (i).

Location: UNIT - Comanche Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Baca. LEGAL - T31S, R47W portions of Sec 6. 7 miles SW of Springfield, CO.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Leadville Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Amend Special Use Permit for Utility Connection
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 10/18/2023

Expected:04/2024

04/2024

Kevin Held
719-539-3591
Kevin.Held@usda.gov

Description: Proposal to amend Sangre De Cristo Electric Association's master permit for a new electric service connection that includes 215 feet of overhead powerline
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65082

Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Lake. LEGAL - 6th P. M., T. 11 S., R. 81 W., sec. 24, NW1/4 SE1/4 and SW1/4 NE 1/4. near Leadville CO.

Amendment to Special Use Permit LDV733-Public Service Company of CO (PSCo) Lines 9254, 9255 and 9257
EA

- Special use management

In Progress:
Comment Period Public Notice 11/16/2022

Expected:06/2024

07/2024

Max Forgensi
435-636-3335
justin.forgensi@usda.gov

Description: The Forest Service is responding to Xcel's request to amend their existing SUP to authorize access to and the rebuild of Transmission Lines 9254, 9255, and 9257 across National Forest System lands. The application includes additional access and ROWs.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62802

Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Lake. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Line 9255 is located along US Highway 24 from Otero Tap station to Twin Lakes to Malta Substation. Line 9254/9257 starts south of Leadville and runs north to the Climax Substation & Robinson on CO-91.

Halfmoon Aquatic Organism Passage
CE

*UPDATED*

- Recreation management
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants
- Watershed management
- Road management
- Climate Change Adaptation

In Progress:
Scoping Start 06/21/2023

Expected:07/2024

09/2024

Janelle Valladares
719-269-8500
janelle.valladares@usda.gov

Description: This project proposes to replace an existing culvert on Forest Service Road 110 (Halfmoon Road) that crosses Halfmoon Creek at the Mount Massive trailhead. This includes moving the culvert, realigning the road and trail and adjusting the parking.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63985

Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Lake. LEGAL - T10S, R81W, Sec26. On Forest Service Road 110 (Halfmoon Road) at the Mount Massive Trailhead.

Interlaken Bat Project
CE

- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants

In Progress:
Scoping Start 03/14/2022

Expected:03/2024

05/2024

Jeni Windorski
719-486-7421
jeni.windorski@usda.gov

Description: FS proposes to install a 5'x5', prefabricated bat condo to provide a suitable maternity roosting site and subsequently exclude bats from roosting in the Dexter cabin.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=61792

Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Lake. LEGAL - Not Applicable. South side of Twin Lakes near Dexter Cabin.

Missouri Gulch Trail #1469 Avalanche and Landslide Realignments
CE

- Recreation management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 07/20/2023

Expected:03/2024

06/2024

Christopher Gutierrez
719-486-7420
christopher.gutierrez@usda.gov

Description: Due to an avalanche in 2019 and a landslide in 2022, trail realignment and/or reconstruction are necessary to locate the trail in a sustainable location away from a waterway. Rerouting or reconstruction of up to 3/4 of a mile trail are proposed.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63681

Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - T12S R80W Sections 19, 30. Along the Missouri Gulch trail #1469 within Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, near milepost 1 at approximately 10,800-feet and milepost 2, at about 11,800 feet.

Special Use Authorization for Kucera Driveway
CE

*NEW LISTING*

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 01/10/2024

Expected:07/2024

07/2024

Kevin Held
000-000-0000
Kevin.Held@usda.gov

Description: Review proponent's application to use an existing route to access a patented mining claim off Weston Pass Road. The proposed route is approximately 1710 feet long, 10 feet wide, and currently used by Xcel Energy for line access.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65456

Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Lake. LEGAL - 6th P. M., T. 10 S., R. 79 W., sec. 27, NW1/4. South of Leadville and east of Highway 24 along Weston Pass Road.

Special Use Authorization for Rebuild of 115kV Transmission Lines, 9254, 9255, and 9257 to Xcel
EA

- Special use management

In Progress:
Comment Period Public Notice 11/16/2022

Expected:03/2024

07/2024

Kevin Held
000-000-0000
Kevin.Held@usda.gov

Description: Issuance of Special Use Authorization to rebuild a 115kV Transmission lines 9254, 9255, and 9257 on National Forest System lands for approx. 21.1 miles in length and increase in width from 75' to 100'

Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Lake. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Located west of Leadville and Granite Colorado.

Twin Lakes Vegetation Management Project
EA

*UPDATED*

- Forest products
- Vegetation management (other than forest products)
- Fuels management
- Watershed management
- Climate Change Adaptation

In Progress:
Comment Period Public Notice 04/08/2021

Expected:04/2024

06/2024

Lisa Corbin
719-530-3956
lisa.corbin@usda.gov

Description: There is a need to mitigate the potential impacts from high intensity wildfire to the watershed, reservoir, and other resources. Proposed vegetation treatments include mechanical/hand-thinning, firewood/product removal, and prescribed burning.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=59642

Location: UNIT - Leadville Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Lake. LEGAL - Not Applicable. The project is located south of Twin Lakes, Colorado in Lake and Chaffee Counties. A portion of the project is located within a Colorado Roadless area.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Pikes Peak Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Manitou Lake Picnic Area Improvements
CE

- Recreation management

On Hold

N/A

Sue Miller
719-477-4222
Susan.Miller1@usda.gov

Description: Proposed improvements including replacing the bridge over the dam, raising portions of the boardwalk, repairing erosion on the dam face and on the shoreline, widening and hardening the Manitou Lake Tr, constructing hardened paths, replacing benches
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62991

Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Manitou Lake Picnic Area is 7 miles north of Woodland Park, Colorado.

Mercer Driveway Road Permit
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 08/02/2023

Expected:01/2024

02/2024

Kimberly Wilkes
719-477-4201
Kimberly.Wilkes@usda.gov

Description: Issue road use special use permit to new owner to use and maintain approx. 150 foot driveway to access private property.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65224

Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - T 11 S, R 69 W, Section 7, 6 P.M. Intersects with Teller County Road 78/Painted Rocks Road northwest of Woodland Park, CO.

Mule Creek Gravel Pit expansion
EA

- Minerals and Geology

Developing Proposal
Est. Scoping Start 01/2024

Expected:06/2024

06/2024

Amy Titterington
719-838-0699
amy.j.titterington@usda.gov

Description: The PSICC is considering a proposal from Mule Creek Gravel, LLC to expand their current pit from 10.3 acres to 21.8 acres (increase of 11.5 acres) over the next ten years. Operations began in 2000 and Mule Creek has operated the pit since 2019.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64902

Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - 6th P.M., T13S, R69W, Section 30. The Mule Creek Pit is located 4 miles south of Divide, Colorado in Teller County. The pit is directly east of Mueller State Park and is partially on NFS lands and partially on privately owned land.

Pancake Rocks Trail Reroute
CE

- Recreation management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 05/17/2023

Expected:09/2023

09/2023

Samantha Gooch
858-531-8036
Samantha.Gooch@usda.gov

Description: Reroute approx. 2.3 miles of the existing Pancake Rocks Trail (NFST 704.A) to provide a more sustainable route and improve the user experience.

Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Pancake Rocks Trail (NFST 704.A) is on the west slope of Pikes Peak, on the western boundary of the ranger district. Access is off of Colorado SH 67, south of Divide, CO.

Pikes Peak Ranger District Dispersed Camping Project
EA

- Recreation management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 05/27/2022
Est. Comment Period Public Notice 06/2023

Expected:12/2023

02/2024

Samantha Gooch
719-477-4203
Samantha.Gooch@usda.gov

Description: Management actions to reduce impacts to the natural environment from dispersed camping and improve camping experiences for the public.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62294

Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Douglas, El Paso, Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. National Forest System lands within the Pikes Peak Ranger District.

USAFA Farish Recreation Area Road SUP
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 07/20/2022

Expected:09/2022

09/2022

Jessica Javernick
719-553-1504
jessica.javernick@usda.gov

Description: Renew a SUP for use and maintenance of FS309 and to add a new small section of road that is encroaching NFS lands around Grace Lake. A sign and buried electric wire is also included in the previous SUP
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62545

Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - El Paso. LEGAL - 6th PM T12S R68W sections 16 and 17. Around Farish Recreation Area and FSR309.

Veith New Road Special Use Permit Proposal
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 08/26/2022

Expected:11/2022

05/2023

Jessica Javernick
719-553-1504
jessica.javernick@usda.gov

Description: Construction, Use and Maintenance of a new road to access private property.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62755

Location: UNIT - Pikes Peak Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - 6th P. M.,T12S, R69W Sec's 5 and 6. Proposed road is located off of FSR357 right when you enter the north end of section 5.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, Salida Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Bootleg Campground Decommission
CE

- Recreation management
- Facility management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 10/01/2023

Expected:03/2024

05/2024

Lisa Mellick
719-530-3976
lisa.mellick@usda.gov

Description: The Bootleg Campground site furnishings have reached the end of life cycle both in condition and in requirements for safety and accessibility. All site furnishings will be removed and the campground will be decommissioned.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64759

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Sec. 26, T. 15 S., R. 79 W., 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN. County Road 162, near the Chalk Creek TH of the Colorado Trail.

FY21 Trailhead Expansions
CE

- Recreation management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 06/21/2021

Expected:01/2024

03/2024

Aaron Lamp
7195303972
aaron.m.lamp@usda.gov

Description: There is a need to increase parking capacity at seven existing trailheads to provide for increasing visitor use and to provide opportunities for users with different space requirements (i.e. trailers, oversized vehicles).
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=59318

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. T51N, R7E, Sec 14 - Brown%u2019s Creek TH T48N, R8E, Sec 7 - Shirley Site T15S, R80W, Sec 33 - Grizzly TH T13S, R79W, Sec 31 - N Cottonwood TH T14S, R80W, Sec 30 - Ptarmigan Lake TH.

Monarch Crest Duo
CE

- Recreation management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 08/24/2021

Expected:03/2024

06/2024

Danielle Cook
719-367-4969
danielle.cook@usda.gov

Description: 1.75 mile single track addition to the Monarch Crest Trail #531 connecting to Marshall Pass along with an improved trail head at Hutchinson Cabin. 0.5 mile reroute on the Monarch Crest Trail #531 north of the Green Creek junction with Monarch Crest
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64130

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Gunnison. LEGAL - S24,T48, 6E Marshall Extension; S2, 48N, R6E Snow Drift Reroute. Located on the Monarch Crest Trail #531 at Marshall Pass, Hutchinson Cabin, and in between the Green Creek #1412 and S Fooses Creek #1776 junctions.

Monarch Park Campground Renovation
CE

*UPDATED*

- Recreation management

Completed

Actual: 01/22/2024

04/2024

Gabriel Hobson
530-258-5162
gabriel.hobson@usda.gov

Description: The USFS proposes to renovate a 65-year-old campground to include rehabilitating unsustainable sites, adding sites & facilities, and adding ADA-accessibile facilities while keeping with the rustic character of semi-primitive, motorized camping.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63632

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Monarch Park Campground is approx. 21-miles west of Salida, CO and approx. 14-miles northeast of Sargents, CO via Highway 50.

NFSR 203 Poncha Creek Reroute
CE

- Road management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 06/21/2021

Expected:03/2024

05/2024

Aaron Lamp
7195303972
aaron.m.lamp@usda.gov

Description: NFSR 203 lies immediately adjacent to Poncha Creek causing impacts to riparian & watershed resources and risking public safety during flood events. The proposal is to move the road alignment upland for 1 mile and rehabilitate the old roadbed.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=59129

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. NFSR 203 begins ~5 miles south of Poncha Springs, Colorado, 2 miles west of US Highway 285 at Mears Junction. The legal location of this project is T48N, R79W, Section 23.

Permit amendment for LDV734 Xcel Utility Connection
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 06/06/2023

Expected:03/2024

03/2024

Kevin Held
000-000-0000
Kevin.Held@usda.gov

Description: Proposal to amend permit to remove and replace a wooden powerline pole at 38.474965, -106.002925 with a taller pole and run an underground primary 1440 Volt line. The line will be buried under National Forest System Road 108.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64760

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - New Mexico P. M., T. 49 N., R. 6 E., sec. 29, NW1/4. South of Salida on NFSR108, north of Methodist Mountain.

Qwest d.b.a CenturyLink Special Use Authorization Amendment for Fiber Optic Communication Line
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 01/13/2020

Expected:01/2024

01/2024

Kevin Held
000-000-0000
Kevin.Held@usda.gov

Description: The proposed amendment is to pull a 144 F fiber optic cable, approx. 105,000 long, 2%u201D in wide (4.8 acres) through existing conduit (installed by Federal Lands Highway Commission) within an existing right-of-way adjacent to County Road 306.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=58308

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. T.14 S., R. 79 W., Secs. 19, 21, 28, & 29, T. 14 S., R. 80 W., Secs. 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 30, & T. 14 S., R. 81 W., Secs., 13, 14, 23, 24, 25, 6th P.M., Chaffee County, Colorado.

Special Use Authorization for Road to Jeffery Martin
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 09/13/2021

Expected:02/2024

04/2024

Janine Prout
719-505-6580
janine.l.prout@usda.gov

Description: Salida Ranger District has received a proposal from private property owner, Jeffery Martin to obtain a special use permit for use and maintenance of a road to serve as private motorized access his private property on National Forest System lands.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=60782

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Fremont. LEGAL - 6th PM T. 50 N., R. 10 E., Sec. 1, W1/2 NE1/4 and N1/2 SW1/4 and Sec. 2, NE1/4 SE1/4. 6th PM T. 50 N., R. 10 E., Sec. 1, W1/2 NE1/4 and N1/2 SW1/4 and Sec. 2, NE1/4 SE1/4.

Special Use Authorization for use of NFSR108
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 06/01/2023

Expected:03/2024

03/2024

Kevin Held
000-000-0000
Kevin.Held@usda.gov

Description: Proposal to issue permit to Fremont/Methodist Tower Users Group for use and maintenance of an existing administrative portion of NFSR 108 for access and maintenance at the Fremont and Methodist Mtn Communication Site
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64762

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Fremont, Saguache. LEGAL - Not Applicable. South of Salida on Methodist Mountain.

Special Use Authorization to Rebuild a 115kV Transmission Line, 9811
EA

- Special use management

In Progress:
Comment Period Public Notice 08/08/2023

Expected:02/2024

04/2024

Janine Prout
719-836-3866
janine.l.prout@usda.gov

Description: Proposal to amend the existing permit issued to Xcel Energy to approve actions to rebuild the existing transmission line. The BLM is lead agency. https://eplanning.blm.gov
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62452

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. South east of Poncha Springs, Colorado.

Special Use Permit for State of CO Private Mobile Radio Communication Site
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 04/01/2022

Expected:05/2023

06/2023

Kevin Held
000-000-0000
Kevin.Held@usda.gov

Description: The Forest Service proposes to issue a special use permit to the State of CO to build a new private mobile radio site on Methodist Mountain to include constructing a 100%u2019 tower, a concrete building & placement of 2-1000-gallon propane tanks.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63857

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Methodist Mountain Communication site three miles east of Salida, CO.

State of Colorado Private Mobile Radio Communication Site
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 07/10/2023

Expected:02/2024

06/2024

Kevin Held
719-458-7751
Kevin.Held@usda.gov

Description: Amend State of Colorado's existing special use authorization. Their proposal is to remove/decommission the existing 50-foot guyed tower and 25-foot self-supported tower and replace them with a 40-foot self-supported tower.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64212

Location: UNIT - Salida Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Chaffee, Gunnison. LEGAL - T. 49 N., R. 6 E., sec. 20, New Mexico P. M., Colorado,. Top of Monarch Pass at existing communications site east of Highway 50.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, San Carlos Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Jade Communications Fiber Optic Install
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 10/23/2023

Expected:12/2023

12/2023

Francisco Castillo
435-636-3336
francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov

Description: To install fiber optic line in the State Highway 12 right-of-way within the town limits of Cucharas, CO.

Location: UNIT - San Carlos Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Huerfano. LEGAL - Sec. 14, T.10S., R.78S., 6th PM. Right-of-way of State Highway 12 in Cucharas, CO.

Locke Park Land Exchange
EA

- Land ownership management
- Land acquisition

In Progress:
Comment Period Public Notice 06/08/2023

Expected:02/2024

04/2024

Sean Hines
719-530-3974
sean.hines@usda.gov

Description: Equal value land exchange of 100 acres of federal land for 120 acres of private land between the US Forest Service and Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63709

Location: UNIT - San Carlos Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Custer, Fremont. LEGAL - T46N, R12E, Sec.5 N.M.P.M; T20S, R70W, Sec. 29, 31, 32 6th P.M.,. Federal parcel is 3.5 miles west of Hillside, CO; private parcel is on the south side of Locke Park at the headwaters of Newlin Creek.

Special Uses Permit Reissuances. Expired Existing Permits
CE

- Special use management

Developing Proposal
Est. Scoping Start 10/2010

Expected:12/2010

01/2012

Jessica Javernick
719-269-8703
jjavernick@fs.fed.us

Description: Issuance of a new special use authorization for a new term to replace an existing or expired special use authorization when the only changes are administrative.

Location: UNIT - San Carlos Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Custer, Fremont, Huerfano, Las Animas, Pueblo. San Carlos Ranger District.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, South Park Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

2023 Loco Mountain Outfitters, LLC Priority O&G Permit Application
CE

- Special use management

Completed
This project has changed to a CE that does not require a written decision document and will be removed from the SOPA.

09/2023

Samantha Eaton Jensen
719-293-3510
samantha.eaton@usda.gov

Description: The Forest Service is proposing to issue a Priority Use Outfitting & Guiding Permit to Loco Mountain Outfitters, LLC, for 100 service days of hunting privileges in GMU 58.

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - All Sections comprising NFS lands within T. 14 S., R. 73 W; T. 14 S., R. 74 W.; T. 15 S., R 74 W.; and T. 13 S., R. 73 W.; as well as T. 14 S., R. 72 W., W 1/2 of Sec. 6, 7, & 18; 6th Principal Meridi. Colorado Game Management Unit (GMU) 58; proposed use within the South Park Ranger District boundary, only.

Crystal Creek Mine Plans of Operation
EA

- Minerals and Geology

Developing Proposal
Est. Scoping Start 01/2024

Expected:04/2024

06/2024

Amy Titterington
719-836-2031
amyjtitterington@fs.fed.us

Description: The FS has received 3 proposals to explore for and mine pegmatite gemstones in the Crystal Creek Mining Area on 9 unpatented mining claims. Total disturbance is 2 acres per season and 15 acres over the next 10 years.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=63322

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Teller. LEGAL - 6th PM, T12S, R71W. The unpatented claims are located approximately 4 miles northeast of Lake George, CO in Teller County.

Indian Paintbrush Access Roads
CE

- Special use management

On Hold

N/A

Francisco Castillo
435-636-3336
francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov

Description: Provide adequate access for the reasonable use and enjoyment for one of the proponents private properties. Provide emergency, but not casual use, access for three other identified routes around another property.

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Section 3, 4, and 5, Township 13 South, Range 72 West, 6th Principal Meridian. Private property known as the Indian Paintbrush Ranch and a property to the East.

Jefferson and Eleven Mile Entrance Stations
CE

- Recreation management
- Facility management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 03/22/2019

Expected:04/2023

04/2023

Jeremy Schoonover
719-836-2031
jeremy.schoonover@usda.gov

Description: The entry stations at these locations do not meet safety or access requirements. Replace existing sheds with Schweitzer Entry Stations that have increased safety features and site-appropriate facades, adjusting traffic lanes where needed.

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Jefferson Creek fee station on NFSR 37; Eleven Mile Canyon fee station on NFSR 96.

Kite Lake Improvement Plan
EA

- Recreation management
- Special use management

In Progress:
Objection Period Legal Notice 12/15/2023

Expected:03/2024

06/2024

Jeremy Schoonover
719-836-2031
jeremy.schoonover@usda.gov

Description: This project addresses increased recreation that is putting stress on resources and infrastructure at the Kite Lake site and Buckskin Gulch corridor. The plan may modify: the roadway, campground, parking lot, bathrooms, land ownership and mgmt.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=61211

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - T.8.S, R.78.W, Sec. 29; T.8.S, R.78.W, Sec. 28; T.8.S, R.78.W, Sec. 33; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.4; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.3; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.2; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.11; T.9.S, R.78W, Sec.12. Located along County Rd. 8 (Buckskin Gulch Rd) and at the Kite Lake campground and parking lot.

Mills Access Road
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 04/10/2023

Expected:12/2023

12/2023

Francisco Castillo
435-636-3336
francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov

Description: Bring into the special use program an access road that is currently not permitted but was permitted in the 1970s. This use is the primary route for the Mills Family. This use would also include access thru a mud season closure.

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Section 7 and 18, Township 12 South, Range 71 West, 6th PM. Located North of Lake George, CO off County Road 77. National Forest Service road 296 is part of the proposal.

Riparian Reconnect South Park 2023
CE

- Watershed management

Developing Proposal
Est. Scoping Start 05/2023

Expected:06/2023

08/2023

Sheila Lamb
719-836-2031
sheila.lamb@usda.gov

Description: This project will restore degraded riparian systems in several high-value headwater locations and repair historic land impacts by using low impact, process-based restoration techniques to reconnect streams to their associated floodplains.

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - T8S R77W Sections 2, 11, 12, 26, 35, 36; T9S R77W Sections 1, 4, 9, 10, 15. Crooked Creek, Trout Creek (both headwaters of Middle Fork of the South Platter River), and North Tarryall Creek (Tarryall Creek headwaters).

Roche Annual Road Access
CE

*UPDATED*

- Special use management

Completed

Actual: 12/19/2023

03/2024

Francisco Castillo
719-836-3866
francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov

Description: To provide access to the Roche family thru the 5B Wildlife Closure on the Browns Pass Road.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64045

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Section 24, Township 10 South, Range 78 West, 6th Principal Meridian. Browns Pass Road on the South Park Ranger District.

Rockingham Lode Access Road
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 04/01/2022

Expected:07/2023

07/2023

Francisco Castillo
435-636-3336
francisco.j.castillo@usda.gov

Description: Proposal to bring in an unauthorized/historic route. This route was mis-identified in the 80s as being covered in an easement as pre-scribed by a Park County resolution.

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Section 3, Township 9 South, Range 78 West, 6th Principal Meridian. Proposal is located to the South of Park County 8 outside the Town of Alma.

Rye Slough Stream Improvement
CE

- Watershed management

Developing Proposal
Est. Scoping Start 03/2022

Expected:05/2022

07/2022

Jamie Krezelok
970-870-2256
jamie.krezelok@usda.gov

Description: Place vegetated small earthen grade controls in approx. 0.6 miles of stream channel and plant willows along the banks to increase bank stability and slow and spread water throughout the floodplain to reconnect the wetland.

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - T. 15 S, R. 74 W, Section 19, Sixth P.M. The project is located on Rye Slough along NFSR 268, approximately 20 miles south of Hartzel and 20 miles northeast of Salida. The legal location is Township 15 S, Range 74 W, Section 19, 6th P.M.

South Park Illegal Route Management
CE

- Recreation management

Developing Proposal
Est. Scoping Start 05/2023

Expected:08/2023

09/2023

Jason Looby
719-225-3329
Jason.Looby@usda.gov

Description: There is a need to develop an adaptive approach to close and rehabilitate illegal routes (typically motorized) on the South Park Ranger District. Management actions will be selected based on the location, damage, and potential for further impacts.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=64041

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park, Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. The South Park Ranger District ranges from Lake George, CO to Fairplay, CO. Unauthorized (illegal) trails are found throughout the district, but are more concentrated in the eastern section.

South Park Ranger District Dispersed Camping Project
EA

- Recreation management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 05/27/2022
Est. Comment Period Public Notice 06/2023

Expected:12/2023

02/2024

Jeremy Schoonover
719-836-2031
jeremy.schoonover@usda.gov

Description: Recreation project that will focus on improving the natural environment and providing better dispersed camping experiences for the public.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62281

Location: UNIT - South Park Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park, Teller. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Forest Service Land Jurisdiction on the South Park Ranger District.

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Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands, South Platte Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District)

R2 - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Name

Project Purpose

Planning Status

Decision

Expected Implementation

Project Contact

Buffalo Creek Work Center Office and Engine Storage Additions
CE

*NEW LISTING*

- Facility management

Developing Proposal
Est. Scoping Start 03/2024

Expected:06/2024

09/2024

Phillip Krieble
303-275-5610
Phillip.Krieble@usda.gov

Description: Construct new office space (~3,212 sq. ft.) and additional engine bay space (~516 sq.ft.) on the existing Engine Storage building. The total area of disturbance would be approx. 0.8 acre, all within the work center site.
Web Link: http://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=65807

Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Jefferson. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Buffalo Creek Work Center on County Road 126, Buffalo Creek CO; SW ? Section 31, Township 7 South, Range 70 West, 6th Principal Meridian, Jefferson County, Colorado.

Crossons Road Special Use Permit
CE

*NEW LISTING*

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 01/05/2024

Expected:04/2024

04/2024

Nathanael Berry
303-275-5645
Nathanael.Berry@usda.gov

Description: The proposed use is to permit and improve NFSR 552. The road will lead to the private in-holding at the Crossons property. The road will not be open to the public but will be used for access by the owner.

Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Jefferson. LEGAL - 6th P.M., T7S., R71W., sec.31; 6th P.M., T8S., R71W., sec.6. Near Holmes Gulch, South of the North Fork South Platte River.

Lands Special Use Permit Reissuance - Well and Pipeline
CE

- Special use management

On Hold

N/A

Lisa Heagley
303-275-5624
lheagley@fs.fed.us

Description: Reissue permit to Christopher Baker for a well house and pipeline that has been used and maintained by the family for approximately 70 years.

Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Douglas. LEGAL - 6th PM, T.8S, R.70W, Section 13. Nighthawk recreation cabins.

State of Colorado Comm Site at Kenosha Pass
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 12/05/2023

Expected:03/2024

04/2024

Jessica Javernick
719-553-1504
jessica.javernick@usda.gov

Description: The State of Colorado has submitted an application to renew a comm site lease at Kenosha Pass and to replace the existing tower with a new 70 foot self-supported tower. NEPA approving the use of the existing tower was completed in 2016.

Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Park. LEGAL - Not Applicable. Kenosha Pass Summit, next to SH285.

Tuscan Road Access Permit Issuance
CE

- Special use management

In Progress:
Scoping Start 08/14/2023

Expected:11/2023

11/2023

Nathanael Berry
303-275-5645
Nathanael.Berry@usda.gov

Description: The proponent is requesting a permit to maintain and improve a road .7 miles in length and fifteen feet in width. The permit term would be for twenty years.

Location: UNIT - South Platte Ranger District. STATE - Colorado. COUNTY - Jefferson. LEGAL - 6th P.M., R70W, T9S, sec.15, SE1/4. One half mile East of Trumbull.

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Schedule of Proposed Actions (SOPA)04/01/2024 to 06/30/2024Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands

Schedule of Proposed Actions (SOPA)
04/01/2024 to 06/30/2024
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands