WHITE MOUNTAIN CHAPTER

Location:  34.32829 N, -1110.20478 W, Elevation 6438 ft. 

History:  This catchment was constructed in the mid 1960’s, in Unit 3C near the Capps Ranch (off Pinedale Road).  It is a very active Wildlife water source.  Game & Fish Unit managers have worked to maintain the perimeter fence, restricting livestock access.  The catchment surface (32’x40’) is currently non-functional and G&F is hauling water on a regular basis.

Phase II (August 8-9)

After a brief project scope meeting and safety talk, the volunteers were divided into two groups.  Even with an early (8:00 AM) start, the temperature quickly rose to d927fb1d-2d47-46d9-bb39-46ff452f4e12.jpeg85-90degrees.  With two 14’x14’ shade pop-ups, lots of water, and breaks, the temps took a toll on everyone.  At the end of day one (Friday), the project was 85% complete. 

I had kept both G&F and the Forest Service in the loop as we planned this project.  I received a call Friday night from Ron-Forrest Service, asking if we could use some help (Sat) wrapping up the project, I graciously accepted his offer.  Ron (Engine 671) arrived on site with a crew of 3, but could only stay until 10:30.  At 10, he stated a second engine with a crew of three was on the way.  As the AES volunteers finished the panels, the first FS team wrapped up the site grooming (raking-shoveling), hung the gate and started loading leftover materials. When the second FS engine arrived, they assisted the perimeter and catchment 10’ fence crew. The project wrapped up at around 11:30 just in time for lunch (pulled pork, baked beans, chips and lots of water). The project catchment was tested with 500 gallons of water from the FS truck. Everyone had the opportunity to hold the hose.

I thanked all the volunteers for helping.  The FS and G&F stated this was an example of working together for Wildlife.

Catchment Fence

  1. Install 10’ tee posts to support new barrier fence (25-10’ posts)
  2. Install Barone fence corner supports (4-5 systems)
  3. Wrap catchment fence with 2 wraps of Galvanized wire mesh (41”or 48” fence. (150 linear ft)

Catchment Surface

  1. Assemble and install new 12’x12’ modular collection panels to create a 24’x36 collection surface.
  2. Assemble and install the catchment gutter system to collect and fill the existing tank