Question 1

What is the purpose of the Upper Price River Watershed Plan-EIS?

Accepted Answer

The Upper Price River Watershed Plan-EIS study team is looking at finding sustainable solutions to increase and maintain safe and reliable water supplies in Price City and the surrounding area.

Question 2

Why is an EIS needed?

Accepted Answer

An Environmental Impact Statement, or EIS, is necessary to document the potential effects of proposed improvements as per federal laws and regulations. It is needed to fulfill all required environmental clearances, allocate funding and preserve land for a future project. Visit the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) website for more information.

Question 3

What is the schedule for this study?

Accepted Answer

1.    Preliminary Draft Environmental Impact Statement (PDEIS) (Chapters 1 - 5) – May 2025
2.    Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) – July 2025
3.    Public DEIS and Public Hearing - September 2025
4.    Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) – October 2025
5.    Record of Decision (ROD)/Chief Authorization – December 2025

Question 4

Who is responsible for this study?

Accepted Answer

This study is a joint effort between Price City and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
 
The study team will work closely with the Price River Water Resources Committee (PRWRC) throughout the environmental process.

Question 5

How is this study being funded?

Accepted Answer

Funding for this study comes from an NRCS program; The Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Act (PL-566)
 
Link to website: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/conservation-basics/conservation-by-state/north-dakota/small-watershed-program-pl556

Question 6

Has a decision already been made?

Accepted Answer

No decision has been made. We are currently developing alternatives to determine the best possible solution.

Question 7

What is an EIS and what is it intended to accomplish?

Accepted Answer

An Environmental Impact Statement, or EIS, is a government document that outlines the effects of a proposed project on its surrounding environment. In the United States, these statements are mandated by federal law for certain projects. Environmental Impact Statements are meant to inform decision makers and the public of reasonable alternatives that could meet the project purpose, avoid or minimize adverse effects, and enhance the quality of the environment.

Question 8

What are some environmental resources that the EIS will assess?

Accepted Answer

Water Resources
Water Quality 
Wetlands  
Threatened and Endangered Species 
Wildlife 
Hazardous Waste 
Historic Properties 
Land Use 
Air Quality 
Noise 
Right-of-Way/Property Impacts 
Cultural Resources 
Social
Environmental Justice
Economic Conditions 
Cultural Resources 
Visual and Aesthetic
Potential Construction Impacts 
Parks and Recreation Areas 
Cumulative Effects

Question 9

How can I provide input?

Accepted Answer

You may contact the study team at the following: 
Hotline: 435-922-3882
Email: Info@UpperPriceRiverEIS.com
Website: www.UpperPriceRiverEIS.com

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the Upper Price River Watershed Plan-EIS?

Why is an EIS needed?

What is the schedule for this study?

Who is responsible for this study?

How is this study being funded?

Has a decision already been made?

What is an EIS and what is it intended to accomplish?

What are some environmental resources that the EIS will assess?

How can I provide input?