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Appendix F. Management Proposals This Appendix lists each management proposal by Proposal ID and describes the proposed management for eacalternatives. It also displays winter closure areas (Table F-13). Management Codes used in the Road and Trail Proposal tables: 1 – Retain existing route 2 – Response to specific comment 3 – Correction to existing condition found during travel planning 4 – County road or Forest Service road under County jurisdiction 5 – Manage as motorized trail 6 – Existing condition 7 – Resource reasons 8 – Management considerations 

Table F-1. MA 1 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

1-1* 50111 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clos

Proposal would provide motorized access to a scenic overlook. Similar access is provided by remaining open portion of the road (50111) and road 51539. Some respondents requested maccess to the scenic overlook. Request is captured in Alternative C. 

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Table F-2. MA 2 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

2-1 230 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Closed 8 Closed 8 Closed 8 2-wh

moto

Popular trail forms a motorized loop with Trail 231. The Forest received many public commerequesting that this trail remain motorized. Existing condition on Trail 231 should have been motorized in the DEIS. 

2-2 234 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Closed 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Closed 2 No

moto

This trail is a good motorized trail that receives little use. However, it is not usable as a motounless Proposal ID 2-7 (Trail 252) remains motorized. We do not have easements across pground on Proposal ID 2-7 (Trail 252), therefore we cannot manage it as a motorized trail. Srespondents requested that the trail remain motorized as it provides loop opportunities with motorized trails 

2-3 516 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Closed 2 No

moto

This short cutoff connects Trails 226 (non-motorized) and 517 (motorized). A number of pubcomments suggested converting this trail to motorized use as shown in Alternative C. Since a non-motorized trail to a motorized trail, Alternatives B, D, and E all either close or keep the motorized designation to discourage unauthorized motorized use on Trail 226. 

2-5 225 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 7 Non- motorized 2 Closed 7 Clo

There are a lot of resource issues on this trail including old mining adits, and sensitive wildlifSome respondents would like to keep it open to non-motorized use. 

2-7 252 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 No

moto

This trail is suitable for “expert” motorized use only and therefore safety is a concern. It also portion of the Cuddy Mountain RNA. The Forest does not have easements across the privaaccessed by the trail. Some respondents would like to retain 2-wheel motorized use for expeSome respondents suggested closing the trail for safety and RNA protection reasons. 

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Table F-2. MA 2 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

2-8 253 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 2 2-wh

moto

Adjacent to the Cecil D. Andrus Wildlife Management Area. A number of respondents requemotorized access be retained. 

2-9 254 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 2 2-wh

moto

Loop opportunity. A number of respondents requested that motorized access be retained. 

2-10 50143 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clo

No recreation destination for this road, which is gated. The Adams County Commissioners, originally requested that ATV access be considered agreed that non-motorized use was a realternative for management. 

2-11 50362 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 AT

This is a closed NFS road in an area currently open to cross country motorized use. Using thNFS road as an ATV trail would provide access to a dispersed recreation site and a scenic vhelp keep ATV traffic from going “cross country” in the area. 

2-12 51858 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clo

In Alternative C this route would be part of a proposed ATV loop. There is an existing alternaopen NFS road 50071. This proposal occurs in an area closed to provide elk security and prNIDGS colony. This segment of road passes through an occupied NIDGS site and area protreatment to expand NIIDGS as part of the Summit Gulch Vegetation Management project (pending). The Summit Gulch project analyzed this segment of road and made recommendakeep the southern end closed and place the remainder in a long-term closure status to prote

2-13 500731400 Road Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clo

In Alternative C this route would be part of a proposed ATV loop with Proposal ID 2-12. Thealternate potential route on open NFS road 50071. This proposal occurs in an area closed to security and protect a NIDGS colony. The Summit Gulch project analyzed this segment of romade recommendations to decommission to reduce impacts to Summit Gulch stream chanprovide added protection for NIDGS and elk. 

2-16 50986 Road Closed 6 Seasonal 2 Seasonal 2 Closed 1 Seas

In response to public comments for increased access for firewood gathering, berry picking, arecreational activities in the Bear Creek area, Proposal ID 2-16 would seasonally open three currently closed NFS road 50986. 

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Table F-3. MA 3 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

3-1 212 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Closed 7 Closed 7 Closed 7 Clos

This trail is in a riparian area. A range permittee uses this trail for access. The permittee would 

access to the trail under his permit to maintain fences. 

3-2 214 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 1 2-wheel motorized 2 Closed 1 Clos

Proposed as 2-wheel motorized in Alternative C in response to public comment. Very easy for travel off this trail (motorized). While it is an RS 2477 assertion there are alternate ways to accedestination, so another currently open, motorized route could be acknowledged as relocation. 

3-3 249 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 Closed 8 Closed 8 Clos

Logging roads and harvest units have fragmented the trails in this area. Many public comments that a motorized trail system is needed in this area. Rather than try to reconstruct the old trail syDistrict is proposing to design and construct a new trail system in the area. (See opportunities lFEIS for Management Area 3.) 

3-4 330 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Closed 8 Clos

This steep trail has been fragmented by a timber sale. Some respondents requested opening twheel motorized use. 

3-5 237 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 Closed 8 Closed 8 Clos

This trail is proposed for removal from the NF trail system because it has been fragmented/imppast harvest, road construction, or livestock grazing activities. The area would still be open to nmotorized use, but the trail would no longer be maintained. 

3-6 247 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 Closed 8 Closed 8 Clos

See Proposal ID 3-4. 

3-7 248 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Closed 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Nonmotorized 2 AT

This is a popular existing ATV trail. The mapped location needs to be adjusted to reflect the acon the ground. 

3-8 244 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 Closed 8 Closed 8 Clos

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Table F-3. MA 3 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

This trail is proposed for removal from the NF trail system because it has been fragmented/imppast harvest, road construction, or livestock grazing activities. The area would still be open to nmotorized use, but the trail would no longer be maintained. 

3-9a 203 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 Non- motorized 8 Non- motorized 8 2-wh

moto

This popular trail is steep in portions, and is suitable for expert 2-wheel riders. Several respondrequested that motorized access be retained. 

3-9b 203 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 2-wh

moto

See Proposal ID 3-9a. 

3-10a 263 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 2-wh

moto

This trail provides a loop opportunity with other motorized trails in the area. Several responden

that motorized access be retained in the area. 

3-10b 263 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 ATV 2 Nonmotorized 8 2-wh

moto

See Proposal ID 3-9b. 

3-11 502189080 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 5 ATV 5 Closed 2 AT

Popular route in currently open area. Opportunity to extend this route rather than using Proposand 3-13. Dispersed camping occurs along this route. 

3-12 503262030 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 5 ATV 5 Closed 2 Clos

Popular route in currently open area. See discussion Proposal ID 3-11. 

3-13 503262000 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 5 ATV 5 Closed 2 Clos

Popular route in currently open area. See discussion Proposal ID 3-11. 

3-14 500100500 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 5 ATV 5 Closed 2 OH

Currently used as an OHV route (correction to current condition). Needs work to stop some areerosion which have caused the roadbed to outslope. 

3-15 501641515 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 5 ATV 5 Closed 2 OH

See discussion Proposal ID 3-14. 

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Table F-3. MA 3 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

3-16 50233 Road Closed 6 ATV 5 ATV 5 Closed 2 Clos

The co-owner of this cost share road does not want ATV use. Boulder Creek has washed out a road. The range permittee will still need access. 

3-17 50209 Road Seasonal 6 ATV 5 ATV 5 Closed 2 Seas

The co-owner of this cost share road does not want it designated for ATV use. 

3-18 507142000 Road Nondesignated 6 Open 8 Open 8 Open 8 Op

This is an NFS road that was never officially added to the system. The action alternatives wouldesignation official. 

3-19 507104000 Road Nondesignated 6 Open 8 Open 8 Open 8 Op

The jurisdiction on this road is still unclear. If the road falls under Forest Service jurisdiction, sincurrently being used, it needs to be added the NF system so it can be maintained. 

3-22 51732 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Seasonal 1 Seas

Retain the current level of access unless a project proposal is developed to relocate this road. 

3-23a 51126 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Seasonal 1 Seas

Retain the current level of access unless a project proposal is developed to relocate this road. 

3-23b 51125 Road Seasonal Closed Seasonal Seasonal Seaso

Retain the current level of access unless a project proposal is developed to relocate this road. 

3-24 50793 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Closed 1 Clos

Parallels road in Proposal ID 3-29. 

3-25 50790 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Closed 1 Clos

This road was recommended for decommissioning in a district RAP. There is an existing gate o

3-26 51087 Road Open 6 Closed 8 Open 1 Closed 1 Op

This road is needed for forest timber management. 

3-27 51594 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Closed 1 Seas

This road Is closed seasonally by a gate. 

3-28 50794 Road Open 6 Closed 8 Open 1 Closed 1 Clos

This road runs along a creek and is paralleled by another road. 

3-29 50557 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Closed 1 Seas

This road parallels the road in Proposal ID 3-24 and is needed for future timber management. 

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Table F-3. MA 3 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

3-30a 50556 Road Closed 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 8 Seasonal 8 Clo

This road parallels another road and is scheduled for decommissioning as part of the decision 

Upper Weiser Condition Class project. 

3-30b 50556 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Seasonal 1 Clo

See discussion for Proposal ID 3-30a. 

This road has already been closed. Correction to the existing condition. 

3-33 51478 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Closed 1 Sea

This road is a seasonal road. Correction to existing condition. 

3-34 51475 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Closed 1 Seas

Continue existing management. 

3-35 51474 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Closed 1 Seas

Continue existing management. 

3-36 331 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 Nonmotorized 2 2-w

moto

This route must legally be retained at the current level of management as access to private gro

3-37 50159 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clo

This road was closed in a previous NEPA decision to protect elk security. 

3-39 50274 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clo

This road was closed in a previous NEPA decision to protect elk security. 

3-40 50676 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clo

There is bull trout spawning habitat at the headwaters of Sheep Creek, so a bridge would need constructed before the route can be used for motorized access again. 

3-40 P601 Trail Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 AT

There is bull trout spawning habitat at the headwaters of Sheep Creek, so a bridge would need constructed before the route can be used for motorized access again. 

3-41 50787 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 2 Closed 8 Clo

This is a short segment crossing a creek. 

3-42 51121 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clo

This road provides access to Lick Creek lookout. A northern Idaho ground squirrel population hdocumented in this area. 

3-43 51889 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 A

This road accesses a popular dispersed hunting area. 

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Table F-3. MA 3 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

3-44 501592500 Road Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clo

This road crosses a northern Idaho ground squirrel population area. 

3-45 501641500 Road Nondesignated 6 OHV 3 OHV 3 Closed 2 O

This is an existing OHV trail. 

3-46 501690000 Road Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 Clo

This road was scheduled to be decommissioned and relocated upslope with the Filly Creek Timdecision. There is an alternate route available. 

3-48 506441000 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 1 Open 2 Closed 1 Sea

Correction to existing condition should be seasonal NFS road to the Forest boundary. 

3-49 506762500 Road Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 A

Proposal developed in response to public comment on the proposed action. Part of an ATV traboundary between the Payette NF and Boise NF. 

3-50 508359000 Road Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 A

See Proposal ID 3-49. 

3-51 P573 Trail Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 A

See Proposal ID 3-49. 

3-52 P574 Trail Nondesignated 6 OHV 3 OHV 3 Closed 2 O

This proposal formally designates this trail as an OHV trail in Alternatives B, C, and E.. 

3-53 P575 Trail Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 A

See Proposal ID 3-49. 

3-54 P576 Trail Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 AT

See Proposal ID 3-49. 

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Table F-3. MA 3 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

3-55 P577 Trail Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 AT

See Proposal ID 3-49. 

3-56 P578 Trail Nondesignated 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 AT

See Proposal ID 3-49. 

3-57 P579 Trail Non- 6 Closed 1 ATV 2 Closed 1 AT

designated 

See Proposal ID 3-49. 

3-58 352 Trail 2-wheel 6 2-wheel 1 2-wheel 2 2-wheel 1 AT

motorized motorized motorized motorized 

See Proposal ID 3-49. 

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Table F-4. MA 4 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal 

ID 

Number Road 

or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alt

4-1a 279 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Non-motorized 8 Non-m

Erosion occurring on the steep portion of the trail. 

4-1b 279 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Non-motorized 8 2-w

mot

Popular trail is flat on this portion, then drops off steeply into Rapid River. 

4-2 162 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 7 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Non-motorized 7 2-w

mot

This popular trail is being used by ATVs. Resource damage is occurring due to the ATV use. The Foresattempted to discourage the ATV use, but has not been successful. The selected management on this the management on Proposal IDs 4-3, 4-5, and 4-6. 

4-3 344 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 7 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Non-motorized 7 2-w

mot

See Proposal ID 4-2. 

4-4 191 Trail ATV 6 Non-motorized 8 ATV* 2 Non-motorized 8 2-w

moto

Very popular motorized trail. Most off-trail use occurs during hunting season. Adams County would like one yearly to evaluate the success of the management strategy. 

4-5 153 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 7 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Non-motorized 7 2-w

mot

See Proposal ID 4-2. 

4-6 371 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

7 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Non-motorized 7 2-w

mot

See Proposal ID 4-2. 

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Table F-5. MA 6 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal 

ID 

Number Road 

or 

Trail 

Rationale for Proposal 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

6-3 160 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 Non

motoriz

Several respondents requested retention of motorized access because this portion of the trail is part of mmotorized loops. Bridge has been removed on northern end of trail. Comments captured as a future opprelocate trail and reconstruct the bridge to allow re-designation of motorized use. 

6-4 344 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 7 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 7 Non

motoriz

Short spur between Rainbow Lake and Black Lake. Resource damage from motorized use is occurring Some respondents wanted to retain motorized access. 

6-5 162 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 7 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 7 2-whe

motoriz

Resource damage is occurring on and off this trail because of unauthorized ATV usage. Many respondetrail and want it to remain 2-wheel motorized. 

6-6 50268 Road Open 6 Nonmotorized 5 Non- motorized 5 Non- motorized 5 Non

motoriz

Several respondents requested that we retain road access to Duck Lake. However, so much resource doccurring in the area that it is not feasible at this time. 

6-7 511 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 Nonmotorized 2 2-whe

motoriz

Some respondents requested restriction to non-motorized use. Many respondents indicated this is a pomotorized trail providing access for high mountain fishing. 

6-8 50405 Road Closed 6 Closed 1 ATV 3 Closed 1 ATV 

This road has been reconstructed by the Forest to serve as an ATV trail, including the installation of a trbridge. Proposals correct the current condition. 

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Table F-6. MA 7 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

7-3 FH211300 Road Nondesignated 6 Open 8 Open 8 Open 8 Op

This unauthorized road accesses a popular hunting camp. Resource impacts are affecting DAdding the road to the Forest Service system would authorize the use of road maintenance correct resource problems. 

7-4 504123000 Road Nondesignated 6 Open 8 Open 8 Open 8 Op

This unauthorized road accesses trailhead to East Fork Lake Fork (Trail 339) and dispersed Popular area, trail gets lots of mountain bike use. Several respondents supported adding thiForest Service system. 

7-5 110 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 Nonmotorized 2 2-wh

moto

Popular motorized trail to Box Lake. Trail could be closed to motorized use once it reaches tprotect the shore along the lake. Several respondents supported retaining motorized use, ansupported non-motorized use. 

7-6 117 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 Nonmotorized 2 2-wh

moto

This popular motorized trail has been maintained using grants from IDPR. A few respondenconsideration of non-motorized use. Several respondents supported retaining motorized acc

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Table F-7. MA 8 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

8-1 101 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 2 2-wh

moto

This trail is an expert 2-wheel motorized trail that receives little use. In conjunction with Propprovides a loop opportunity into the South Fork. Most respondents supported retaining motoaccess on these two trails. 

8-2 99 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 2 2-wh

moto

See Proposal ID 8-1. 

8-3 50265 Road ATV 6 ATV 1 ATV 1 Closed 7 AT

System road designated for use as an ATV trail by the Paddy Flat decision. Some stream crrehabilitation needed. 

8-4 50014 Road Seasonal 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 1 Closed 8 Seas

The Forest Supervisor wants to retain existing condition on this road. 

8-5 51892 Road Open 6 Closed 8 Seasonal 8 Closed 8 Op

No public comment received on this route. Change in designation to closed in Alternatives B based on recommendations in the Sloan-Kennally EIS. 

8-12 517235000 Road Nondesignated 6 Open 8 Open 8 Open 8 Op

Road accesses dispersed camping area. 

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Table F-8. MA 9 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal 

ID 

Number Road 

or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Al

9-1a 153 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Nonmotorized 2 2-

mo

Many respondents requested that this challenging route remain 2-wheel motorized because it provides a and access to the Salmon River. 

9-1b 155 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Nonmotorized 2 2-

mo

See Proposal ID 9-1a. 

9-2 348 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 7 Non-motorized 7 Nonmotorized 7 Non-m

This trail crosses bogs and a burned area. While some respondents would like to see the trail remain opeuse because it provides loop opportunities, the Forest feels that resource concerns preclude doing so. 

9-3 503 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Nonmotorized 8 Non-m

Some respondents requested that this trail remain open to motorized use in conjunction with Proposal ID the two trails form a loop. 

9-4 116 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Non-motorized 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Closed 2 2-

mo

This trail currently dead ends at the Forest boundary on the northern end. Some respondents requested t

remain open to motorized use and that the Forest pursue easements across the private property on the n

reroute the trail to join the Fall Fingers road. 

9-5 505 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Closed 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Closed 8 Cl

This trail provides duplicate access to the Lava Butte area. Trails 149 and 506 can be used to access the 

9-6 145 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 Non-motorized 2 2-w

mot

The very popular trail provides access across drainages to the Warren Wagon road. Some rutting is occube mitigated with regular trail maintenance. One respondent suggested that it be upgraded to allow ATV u

9-7 371 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 Non-motorized 2 2-w

mot

This popular connector trail is used to access several different trail systems. One respondent suggested tupgraded to allow ATV use. 

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Table F-8. MA 9 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal 

ID 

Number Road 

or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Al

9-8 374 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 Closed 2 2-w

mot

This trail receives little use because of downed trees from past forest fires. RTP funding could be used to Trail provides a short loop opportunity. 

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Table F-9. MA 10 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road 

or Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Al

10-2 128 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 Non- motorized 8 Non- motorized 8 N

moto

This portion of Trail 128 is a motorized route That ends at a non-motorized segment that continues to The proposal would pull back the motorized designation south to the intersection with Trail 129 preseexisting motorized loops and reducing the potential for inadvertent unauthorized motorized use on thmotorized portion. A number of respondents supported keeping this portion of the trail open to motorand/or extending the motorized use down the remainder of the trail to the north/War Eagle. Due to th

inadvertent unauthorized motorized use the Forest recommends the non-motorized designation. 

10-3 137 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 7 Non- motorized 7 Closed 2 N

moto

This trail has numerous resource (watershed) problems that need to be addressed regardless of the Many respondents supported keeping the trail open to motorized use and repairing or relocating areawatershed problems. The Forest has developed a new ATV trail to the south of this route in Schissleprovides alternate motorized access to the area. 

10-4 132 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 7 Non- motorized 7 Non- motorized 7 2-w

mot

Some respondents requested that this popular trail be left open to motorized use to Republican Flats

10-10 50318 Road Open 6 Open 1 ATV 8 Closed 2 A

Some respondents requested this road remain open because it provides access to the Salmon Riveroute used to access private property. Currently, this road is effectively closed to full-sized vehicles b

landslides that occurred in 2004 on both Forest Service and BLM lands. 

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Table F-10. MA 11 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

11-1 503251000 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 AT

This old mining road was designated as an ATV trail with the Burgdorf Road Management Decision. 

11-2 51866 Road Closed 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 AT

This system road would provide an easy, beginner ATV opportunity near Burgdorf Campground. 

11-3 518664000 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 AT

See Proposal ID 11-2. 

11-4 51867 Road Closed 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 AT

See Proposal ID 11-2. 

11-5 51868 Road Closed 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 AT

This proposal would provide another ATV opportunity near the Burgdorf Campground. However, becroute leads to and parallels FH21 it would be suitable for highway legal drivers only. 

11-6 50251 Road Closed 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 AT

See Proposal ID 11-5. 

11-7 503640100 

503640101 

Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 Op

This unauthorized road, located in an open area, is a popular route through a dispersed camping areof constructing two bridges needed at current fords may be prohibitive and prevent the use of one enroad. 

11-8a 503640800 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 AT

Unauthorized road on dry ridge. This trail and Proposal IDs 11-8 and 11-9 would primarily be used dhunting season. 

11-8b 503640801 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 AT

See Proposal ID 11-8a. 

11-9 503640900 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 2 AT

See Proposal ID 11-8a. 

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Table F-10. MA 11 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal ID Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

11-10a 503641000 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 7 Clo

This unauthorized road is on the edge of Ruby Meadows. The road has several perennially wet areathe opportunity to relocate to a drier location. 

11-10b 503641100 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 7 Clo

See Proposal ID 11-10a. 

11-11 503641102 Road Nondesignated 6 ATV 8 ATV 8 Closed 7 Clo

See Proposal ID 11-10a. 

11-18 502466000 Road Nondesignated 6 Open 8 Open 8 Open 8 Op

Road accesses dispersed camping area. 

11-19 502466300 Road Nondesignated 6 Open 8 Open 8 Open 8 Op

Road accesses dispersed camping area. 

11-20 502466400 Road Nondesignated 6 Open 8 Open 8 Open 8 Op

Road accesses dispersed camping area. 

11-23 117 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 Nonmotorized 2 2-wh

motor

This popular motorized trail has been maintained using grants from IDPR. A few respondents requesconsideration of non-motorized use. Several respondents supported retaining motorized access. 

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Table F-11. MA 12 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal 

ID 

Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

12-2 76 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Closed 8 2-w

moto

Although still designated as a 2-wheel motorized trail, this portion of Trail 76 is currently closed by specto safety concerns. Many respondents would like to see the trail repaired and reopened as a 2-wheel mAlternative E would retain the designation of 2-wheel motorized use, closed by special order until the sconcerns are addressed. 

12-3 92 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Closed 8 Non-m

This little-used trail dead ends on Log Mountain. Several respondents requested that the trail be designwheel motorized. 

12-4 303 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 Non-motorized 2 Closed 8 Clo

This little-used trail would be abandoned under most alternatives. Removing little used trails from the Fallows scarce maintenance dollars to be concentrated on more popular trails. Some respondents requ

trail be maintained on the system either as a motorized or non-motorized trail. Due to its location only nuses were considered. 

12-5 304 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 Non-motorized 2 Closed 8 Clo

See Proposal ID 12-4. 

12-6 305 Trail Nonmotorized 6 Closed 8 Non-motorized 2 Closed 8 Clo

See Proposal ID 12-4. 

12-7 290 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Closed 8 2-wheel 

motorized 

2 Closed 8 Non-m

This little-used trail ties into a network of trails originating at the Reed Ranch and extending over into th

Several respondents requested that 2-wheel motorized access be retained 

12-8 98 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 Non-m

This little-used trail ties into a network of trails providing loop opportunities and a through route to the Karea from the Reed Ranch. Several respondents requested that 2-wheel motorized access be retained

12-9 73 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 Non-m

This group of trails (Proposal IDs 12-9, 12-10, 12-11, and 12-21) form a series of loops in the Williams 

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Table F-11. MA 12 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal 

ID 

Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

tying into County road 50412 and into several non-motorized trails to the north. Rainbow Arch is also athese trails. Several respondents requested that they be retained as 2-wheel motorized trails. 

12-10 71 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 Non-m

See Proposal ID 12-9. 

12-11 75 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 Non-m

See Proposal ID 12-9. 

12-12 301 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 Non-m

This is a little-used expert level trail. Several respondents requested that it remain open to 2-wheel mo

12-13 100 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 2-w

moto

See Proposal ID 12-12. 

12-15 76 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 2-w

moto

This proposal concerns the northern portion of Trail 76. It provides access to one private property parcrespondents requested that it remain open to 2-wheel motorized use, and that the remainder of the tra12-2) be repaired and reopened to 2-wheel motorized use. Alternative E would retain the designation omotorized use, closed by special order until the safety concerns are addressed. 

12-16 77 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 2-w

moto

This 2-wheel motorized trail accesses private ground on the western side of the river. Several respondrequested that it remain 2-wheel motorized. 

12-17a 50673 Road Open 6 Open 1 Open 1 Open 1 Op

This road was designated as open to Hamilton Bar, and then as a 2-wheel motorized trail to the end of with the South Fork Salmon River Road decision in 1990. Alternative E would implement this prior dec

12-17b 50673 Road Open 6 ATV 8 Open 2 Nonmotorized 2 2-w

moto

See Proposal ID 12-17b. 

12-21 70 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 Non-m

See Proposal ID 12-9. 

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Table F-11. MA 12 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal 

ID 

Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

12-22 99 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 Nonmotorized 8 2-wheel motorized 2 Non- motorized 8 2-w

moto

This trail is an expert 2-wheel motorized trail that receives little use. Most respondents supported retainaccess. This proposal ties in with Proposal IDs 8-1 and 8-2. 

Table F-12. MA 13 – Road and Trail Proposals by Alternative 

Proposal 

ID 

Number Road or 

Trail 

Rationale by Alternative 

Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D Alte

13-1a 67 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 AT

This trail is gated at approximately milepost 1.1. Although it is designated as a 2-wheel motorized trail BackRoads map, it currently is being used by full-sized vehicles to this point, then as a motorized trail Several respondents support retaining the access as it is currently being used. Proposal 13-1b in Altereflects this current use. 

13-1b 67 Trail 2-wheel 

motorized 

6 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 2-wheel 

motorized 

1 OH

See Proposal ID 13-1a. 

13-2 50371 Road ATV 6 ATV 1 ATV 1 ATV 1 AT

This road is currently being managed as a trail. Alternative E proposes to convert the road to a trail. 

13-8 50343 Road Open 6 Open 1 Open 1 Open 1 Clos

The Alternative E proposal would close this system road at its junction with 503435000 as recommenCreek Road Analysis. 

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Management Codes used in the Winter Area Closure table: 1 – Retain existing area management 2 – Response to specific comment 3 – Responds to resource concerns 4 – Existing condition 

Table F-13. Winter Area Closures by Alternative 

Informal Area Rationale by Alternative 

Name Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D A

Open 4 Closed 2 Closed 2 Closed 2 Close

0 ac 1,790 ac 750 ac 2,650 ac 

Bear Basin 

Most respondents supported an area closure in Bear Basin for Nordic skiing and other non-motorized recreation usesize varies by alternative in response to internal and external comment. Some local landowners commented requesmotorized access from their property to the groomed snowmobile trail to the north be retained. Alternatives C and E landowner concerns by retaining motorized areas and routes in Bear Basin that provide access to other routes and ahomes. The Forest Service will work to identify a snowmobile route through the closure to accommodate access primBasin residents. This has been agreed to by the Payette Lakes Ski Club, who grooms the Nordic trail system in the Bunder a Special Use authorization. 

Open 4 Open 1 Open 1 Closed 3 Close

Bear Pete 0 ac 0 ac 0 ac 9,000 ac 

This closure responds to internal and external comments requesting protection of winter wildlife travel corridors. 

Open 4 Open 1 Open 1 Closed 3 Close

Big Creek South 0 ac 0 ac 0 ac 55,370 ac 

This closure responds to internal and external comments requesting protection of winter wildlife travel corridors. The accessing Big Creek would remain open to motorized use under all alternatives. 

Open 4 Open 1 Open 1 Closed 2 Ope

Black Tip 

0 ac 0 ac 0 ac 4,160 ac 

This closure in Alternative D would provide additional area for non-motorized winter sports as requested by some reSeveral respondents commented that this is a popular area for snowmobiling. 

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Informal Area Rationale by Alternative 

Name Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D A

Open 4 Open 1 Open 1 Closed 3 Ope

0 ac 0 ac 0 ac 7,200 ac 

Bruin Mountain Closures in this area would protect priority wolverine denning habitat within a larger area that currently receives heav

recreation use, both motorized and non-motorized. 

Closed 4 Closed 1 Open 2 Closed 1 Ope

Chimney Rock 7,580 ac 7,580 ac 0 ac 7,580 ac 

This existing closure was originally established to protect wildlife habitat. Several respondents requested that the are

exchange for additional closure areas elsewhere. 

Open/ 

Open 4 Open/ Open 1 Open/ Open 1 Closed/ Closed 2 Close

Ope

Crestline South/ 

Crestline North 

0 ac/ 

0 ac 

0 ac/ 

0 ac 

0 ac/ 

0 ac 

2,060 ac/ 

3,900 ac 

This closure area was originally proposed by some members of the Winter Recreation Forum. It is currently heavily snowmobilers. Parking and access through private and State lands is problematic. Alternative E proposes to retain used northern area as open while closing the southern portion. 

Open 4 Closed 2 Closed 2 Closed 2 Close

Granite/Slab/76 

0 ac 6,020 ac 5,510 ac 14,290 ac 

This area is extremely popular with both motorized and non-motorized users. Respondents have requested both tha

and that it be closed. The Slab and 76 portion of the area would provide a closure area for non-motorized users acce

snowmobile. The action alternatives vary the amount of area closed in response to public comment. 

Open 4 Open 1 Open 1 Closed 1 Ope

Hazard Creek 

0 ac 0 ac 0 ac 0ac 

This closure responds to internal and external comments requesting protection of winter wildlife travel corridors. See area discussion below. 

Closed 4 Closed 1 Open 2 Closed 1 Ope

Hitt Mountain 760 ac 760 ac 0 ac 760 ac 

This closure was originally established to protect a ski area, which is now defunct. The area is used by backcountry access the slopes with snowmobiles and personal snow cats. Internal and external comment supported opening the 

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Informal Area Rationale by Alternative 

Name Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D A

Closed/ 

Open 4 Closed/ Open 1 Closed/ Open 1 Closed/ Closed 2 Close

Ope

Jughandle/ 

Jughandle Expansion 

2,220 ac/ 

0 ac 

2,220 ac/ 

0 ac 

2,220 ac/ 

0 ac 

2,220 ac/ 

6,050 ac 

This existing closed area is proposed to remain closed in all alternatives. Enforcement of the closure is problematic daccess, but it remains a popular spot. Expansion of the closure area was proposed by some members of the Winter Forum and supported by some respondents to the DEIS. 

Open 4 Open 1 Open 1 Closed 3 Ope

Lava Butte 0 ac 0 ac 0 ac 40,130 ac 

This closure was proposed to protect wildlife habitat connectivity in response to internal and external comment. Alterthe area open responding to comments by local snowmobile users. See Patrick Butte area discussion below.` 

Open 4 Closed 2 Closed 2 Closed 2 Close

Lick Creek- 0 ac 9,600 ac 0 ac 14,920 ac 

Twentymile This proposed closure would create a non-motorized recreation area on the west side of the Lick Creek road. The ro

would remain open to motorized use. The alternatives propose closures of varying size in response to public comme

Open 4 Open 1 Open 1 Closed 3 Close

Marshall Meadow 0 ac 0 ac 0 ac 11,180 ac 

This closure was proposed to protect wildlife habitat connectivity in response to internal and external comment. 

Open 4 Open 1 Open 1 Closed 3 Close

Patrick Butte 

0 ac 0 ac 0 ac 33,890 ac 

This closure was proposed to protect wildlife habitat connectivity in response to internal and external comments. The by alternative in response to cooperative effort between the public and the Forest Service. Portions of the area woul

snowmobiling opportunities. 

Closed 4 Closed 1 Open 2 Closed 1 Close

South Fork Salmon River 229,610 ac 229,610 ac 175,700 ac 229,610 ac 

This area is currently closed to protect winter wildlife habitat. Much of the area does not have reliable snow coverage 

few respondents requested that a portion of the area be opened to winter motorized use. This open area is reflected 

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Informal Area Rationale by Alternative 

Name Alternative A Alternative B Alternative C Alternative D A

Closed 4 Closed 4 Open 2 Closed 4 Close

Squaw Point 

1,230 ac 1,230 ac 0 ac 1,230 ac 

This existing closure was originally established to provide non-motorized backcountry recreation opportunities. Some requested that it be opened to motorized use as reflected in Alternative C. 

Closed 4 Closed 4 Open 2 Closed 4 Ope

Warren Highlands 20,930 ac 20,930 ac 0 ac 20,930 ac 

This existing closure was originally established to protect wildlife habitat connectivity. Some respondents requested 

to winter motorized use as reflected in Alternatives C and E. 

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