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Salmon Valley Trails
Action Plan
Updated
Spring 2015
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The following people contributed to the development of this plan:
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Michelle Tucker, Salmon Valley Stewardship (Project Coordinator)
Gina Knudson, Salmon Valley Stewardship
Jo Meyers, Salmon Valley Stewardship
JoAnn Wolters, Lemhi Mobility Team
Dave Lingle, Salmon Idaho Mountain Biking Association
Max Lohmeyer, Salmon Idaho Mountain Biking Association
Tammy Stringham, Lemhi County Economic Development Association
Judy Barkley, City of Salmon
Skeet Townley, U.S. Bureau of Land Management
Liz Townley, U.S. Forest Service
Linda Price, U.S. Bureau of Land Management
Terry Heslin, U.S. Bureau of Land Management (State Office)
Trish Callaghan, U.S. Forest Service
Jeff Osgood, Community Transportation Association of Idaho
Carole Richardson, David Evans and Associates, Inc.
Bill Shaw, Idaho Department of Transportation
Mary Cerise, City of Salmon
Steve Frazee, Engineer
Technical Assistance provided by David Evans and Associates, Inc. was made possible through a
grant from the Paul S. Sarbanes Transit in Parks Technical Assistance Center (TRIPTAC).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 4
Values and Visioning ....................................................................................................................... 6
Goals and Objectives....................................................................................................................... 8
Funding Opportunities for Trail System Development ................................................................. 11
Stakeholder Assessment ............................................................................................................... 17
Action Plan .................................................................................................................................... 18
INTRODUCTION
Trails advocates, federal land management agency staff and non-profit groups in Lemhi County, Idaho
are working to preserve and improve multi-modal access to public lands and the Salmon and Lemhi
Rivers, as well as multi-modal travel within and between communities.
In 2012, this group worked collaboratively to establish a vision, goals and objectives for a regional trail
system; explore funding opportunities; discuss potential stakeholder resources, issues and concerns;
and outline an action plan. It is recommended that this plan be updated annually.
The region’s existing trail system includes facilities with both transportation and recreational functions.
The system is comprised of highway corridors, which currently provide the primary means of connecting
communities with public land and river access points, as well as a robust network of trails and roadways
on lands managed by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
This report summarizes the group’s recommendations for future development of the regional trail
system.
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NL, Ordnance Survey, Esri Japan, METI, Esri China (Hong Kong),
swisstopo, and the GIS User Community
Salmon Valley Trails and Recreation Sites Overview
Lemhi County, Idaho
Areas identified as proposed trails are not formally designated
as trail corridors. Public surveys and comments have
identified these as potential opportunties only.
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Date: 1/30/2015
VALUES AND VISIONING
Planning work began with a look at the reasons why a regional trail system is important to the Salmon
Valley. At an initial workshop, the group discussed aspects of life that they especially value and would
like to see preserved and supported by the trail system.
Many people choose to live and work in the Salmon Valley because of a deep appreciation and
enjoyment of the outdoors, wildlife and scenic resources. Vast areas of public land contribute to a
strong sense of freedom and openness in the area. The ability to move freely across large expanses of
land is highly valued, especially since these opportunities are diminishing in other parts of the country
with surrender of open space to urban and suburban development.
Trails advocates also understand and appreciate that ranching and mining are important contributors to
the area’s economy. They respect that public lands provide both recreational and economic
opportunities, and understand that consideration of different perspectives will be important as the trail
system is developed.
Salmon Valley Trails System
Core Values
 Healthy Families
 Economic Stability
 Local History and Culture
 Access to Public Land and our Rivers
 Ability to move freely across the land
 Wildlife and Riparian Areas
 Scenic Areas
 Rural Character and Quality of Life
 Safe, Affordable Communities
 Ability to get around without a Vehicle
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Efforts to promote and support a healthy local economy have been balanced by strong desires to
safeguard the area’s existing rural character and quality of life. There is a special sense of place in the
Salmon Valley. Participants expressed a desire for trail development strategies that preserve the
individuality of the area.
Significant value is placed on healthy families in the Salmon
Valley, not only from the standpoint of physical health and
safety, but also economic health. The ability to travel safely
without a car is important, especially for our children. Trail
system development could support more affordable travel
options as fuel prices continue to fluctuate.
After considering these values, the group adopted this
overarching vision statement for the regional trail system: “A
safe system of trails that connects Lemhi County communities
and assures access to public lands and rivers for everyone”.
Salmon Valley Trails System Vision Statement
A safe system of trails that connects Lemhi
County communities and assures access to
public lands and rivers for everyone.
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GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Goals and objectives for a regional trail system are built on the core values and vision statement. To the
extent possible, goals and objectives were designed to be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and
timely, or “SMART”.
GOAL 1: PROVIDE SAFE ACCESS TO PUBLIC LANDS
 Objective 1A: Accomplish Salmon to City Park trail connection along SH28 by 2013.
 Objective 1B: Accomplish improvements at public recreational facilities such as Morgan Bar. Island
Park and Shoup Bridge that support the Salmon Valley Trail System.
 Objective 1C: Focus on developing trail connections to communities, public lands access points and
river access points within 10 miles of Salmon over the next 20 years.
 Objective 1D: Provide multi-modal connections to other communities, public lands access points,
river access points, scenic and backcountry byway destinations as resources allow.
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Objective 1E: Advocate for ongoing maintenance, retention and improvement of recreational trails
on public lands.
GOAL 2: PRESERVE AND ENHANCE RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR MOTORIZED AND
NON-MOTORIZED TRAIL USERS
 Objective 2A: Create a county-wide public lands recreational trails atlas by 2012.
 Objective 2B: Provide an on-going forum for improved coordination and public education regarding
the Salmon Valley Trail System.
 Objective 2C: Preserve access to public lands as private property ownership is transferred and
property is developed.
 Objective 2D: Encourage connectivity between City and County trails that provides for safe access
and supports multiple use for trails users and vehicles to and through the City of Salmon.
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GOAL 3: PRESERVE WILDLIFE AND RIPARIAN HABITAT ALONG RIVER CORRIDORS
 Objective 3A: Accomplish improvements at public recreation sites along the river to establish trail
heads and provide for trail infrastructure.
 Objective 3B: Identify, improve and encourage use of designated locations for Salmon and Lemhi
river access.
 Object 3C: Explore river corridor trail easements that establish setbacks from the river and riparian
habitat.
GOAL 4: PROMOTE HEALTHY LIFESTYLES AND INCREASE ENJOYMENT OF LIFE IN THE
SALMON VALLEY
 Objective 4A: Leverage high school and community service programs.
 Objective 4B: Create alliances with hospitals and their ongoing community efforts.
 Objective 4C: Design community events to celebrate and encourage alternate modes of travel.
GOAL 5: TAKE AN “INSIDE-OUT” APPROACH, PUTTING LOCAL NEEDS FIRST.
 Objective 5A: Involve the public in trail planning and construction decisions.
 Objective 5B: Build public ownership, support for, and pride in, the trail system.
 Objective 5C: Emphasize using local workforce in the development of the trail system.
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GOAL 6: PRESERVE RURAL CHARACTER WHILE ENHANCING ECONOMIC VITALITY
 Objective 6A: Leverage outdoor tourism strategies to increase visitor spending in the Salmon Valley.
 Objective 6B: Explore tribal partnerships for economic development (Fort Hall / Shoshone Bannock,
Lemhi Shoshone, Possibly Nez Perce).
GOAL 7: HIGHLIGHT LOCAL CULTURE, CUSTOMS, AND HISTORY
 Objective 7A: Make trails compatible with livestock and agricultural uses.
 Objective 7B: Recognize local legacies, including mining, ranching and tribal histories. Coordinate
with tribes on appropriate access to tribal sites.
 Objective 7C: Incorporate interpretive information in trail system development.
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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR TRAIL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
FEDERAL FUNDING CHANGES
It is important to note that most of the federal funding programs available for trail development fall
under current federal highway and transit programs legislation. Congress enacted a bill entitled
“Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century”, or MAP-21, in July, 2012. This act authorizes all
federal transportation funding programs until September 30, 2014.
MAP-21 changed the way federal funding was historically structured, by consolidating multiple
programs into fewer, larger programs. While most of the trail projects and activities that were eligible
for funding under the prior federal authorization are still eligible under MAP-21, project proposals may
have to compete in a larger arena.
When MAP-21 expires additional changes to federal funding are on the horizon. However, regardless of
the outcome of the next reauthorization bill, it is likely that trail funding opportunities will still exist in
the future in some fashion.
In debating the future of transportation funding, Congress appears to be placing considerable emphasis
on good planning and performance measures. Having an adopted plan and staying focused on the goals
and objectives of that plan will be a key to securing federal funds.
FEDERAL FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Because Salmon Valley communities are surrounded by federal lands, the region is in an excellent
position to take advantage of federal funding programs that are not universally available to other areas.
Considering Objective 1C, which is to focus first on developing trails from Salmon to public lands access
points within a 10-mile radius of Salmon, three funding programs administered by the Federal Highway
Administration deserve consideration:
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Federal Lands Transportation Program (FLTP). This program which is administered by the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) allows funding for trails located on or adjacent to, or providing
access to federal lands where the Federal Government has title and maintenance responsibilities
for the facility. A key note is that funds from this program may be used as matching funds for other
federal transportation programs.

Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP). This program, also administered by FHWA, has funding
provisions for pedestrian and bicycle facilities located on or adjacent to, or that provide access to
federal lands, where state, tribal or local agencies have title and maintenance responsibilities.

Transportation Alternatives Program (TA). The new TA program will be administered by the Idaho
Transportation Department (ITD). It can be used to fund construction, planning and design of onroad and off-road trail facilities for pedestrians, bicyclists and other non-motorized forms of
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transportation, including sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, safety-related improvements, and
projects that help agencies comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The TA program is best applied where trails are intended for transportation purposes, rather than
recreational purposes. Trail facilities adjacent or parallel to highway corridors would be good
candidates.
While these three programs currently appear to best match goals and objectives for the regional trail
system, other programs may provide additional funding opportunities. Examples include the
Recreational Trails program, managed by the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, or the Federal
Transit Administration’s Bicycle Facilities program, which can fund projects to improve bicycle access to
transit.
MATCHING STRATEGIES
Some federal programs that specifically support public lands initiatives, such as the Public Lands
Highways Program or the Forest Highway Program, do not require matching funds. However, most
grant programs require that applicants match the grant with cash. In some cases “in-kind” match in the
form of services, materials, equipment or property is allowed.
State and private grants should be explored as sources of matching funds. Additionally, the City of
Salmon’s Local Option Tax may be leveraged to bring trail project funding into the area. Donations from
regional employers and corporate donations from companies such as recreational equipment or
outdoor clothing companies could be investigated as sources of matching funds.
The federal Scenic Byways program offers a unique opportunity for revenue generation that should be
further explored. It is possible for Scenic Byways projects to generate “program income”, which
includes revenue from grant-supported activities, such as fees for services performed, the use or rental
of real or personal
property acquired with
Scenic Byways funds, or
the sale of commodities or
items produced during the
grant period.
If handled carefully, Scenic
Byways program income
can be used as match.
(Advance approval from
the Federal Highway
Administration is required
for this.) In addition,
there are generally no
restrictions on income
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generated after a grant or project period has ended. In other words, the Scenic Byways program could
be used creatively to establish a sustainable source of funds for trail improvement and maintenance, or
for matching future grant applications. Technical assistance opportunities are also inventoried.
DATA, STUDIES AND PLANS NEEDED TO SUPPORT FUNDING REQUESTS
Funding agencies often require assurance that their moneys will be used to address an identified and
documented need. Most trail system funding requests will need to be accompanied by a clear
explanation of the reason why the project is justified, and may need to be supported by hard data or
valid studies.
To help make the case for trail system projects in the Salmon Valley, a regional survey of river and trail
users would be helpful to:
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Quantify current users of public lands and river access areas,
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Confirm priorities and needs for access to specific river and public lands access locations, and other
regional destinations,
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Gauge attitudes and support for trail system development.
A regional market analysis is also recommended to:
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Forecast the number of potential local and visitor users of a regional trail system, and
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Estimate the potential for increased economic activity that could result from trail system
development, and
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Develop strategies for trail system marketing and promotion, including a regional branding effort.
Additionally, before requesting
funds for construction of new
trails, an initial feasibility study
for each potential trail project
is recommended. Feasibility
studies should include an
assessment of alternative
alignments, environmental
impacts, costs and benefits,
including long-term
maintenance responsibilities
and strategies.
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FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECT DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
A primary objective of this plan is to develop trail connections to communities, public lands access
points and river access points within 10 miles of Salmon over the next 20 years. This will involve
establishing trails adjacent or parallel to US Highway 93 and State Highway 28
Since federal transportation funding programs provide some of the most promising funding
opportunities for trails in the Salmon area, it is important to understand and follow the process for
federal-aid transportation projects in Idaho. This will be especially critical for implementation of any
trails facilities adjacent or parallel to US93 and SH28.
Rather than requesting funding for all phases of a project at once, a phased approach is recommended.
Projects typically begin with a funding request for planning, environmental and design work. This allows
evaluation of alternative alignments and resulting advantages, impacts and costs. After a preferred
alternative is selected and the feasibility of the project is confirmed, a larger funding request can be
made for right of way acquisition (if needed) and construction.
In general, federally-funded transportation projects have these major stages:

Planning/Environmental

Design

Right of Way Acquisition

Construction
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PARTNERSHIPS ARE KEY
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has staff with significant expertise in federal aid project
development. ITD should be engaged early, when funding applications are prepared for any trail
improvements adjacent or parallel to US93 or SH28. Similarly, funding requests for projects on or
adjacent to federal lands will require close coordination with, and support of, USFS and BLM.
A regular forum for inter-agency coordination of trails system development and funding requests is
therefore recommended. The Community Association of Idaho’s local mobility management network
may provide a forum for this purpose.
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LOCAL CAPACITY
There are a number of good funding opportunities available for trail system development. A limiting
factor for the Salmon Valley at the present time is the lack of a dedicated grant coordinator. Successful
progress toward trail system goals will depend on the region’s ability to stay on top of funding
opportunities, anticipate application deadlines, respond to federal funding solicitations, coordinate
matching funds and prepare applications.
Grant management could be accomplished by the funding of a part-time grant coordinator position at
an existing agency, or by establishing a small account for contracted grant coordination assistance. A
shared grant-writer for City, County, Federal Land Management Agencies and non-profit groups in the
area could be a cost-effective approach.
PATIENCE IS PRESCRIBED
Funding trail system improvements will require patience and diligence over many years. Some projects
will require a phased approach with multiple, sequential grant applications. Grant programs are
competitive and applications are not always awarded after the first request. It is important not to give
up after the first try.
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STAKEHOLDER ASSESSMENT
Following a review of potential funding sources, planning participants performed a stakeholder analysis
to:
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Discuss possible impacts of trail system development on local community groups, businesses and
organizations.
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Identify potential community partners and resources for trail system development.
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Discuss potential opponents to trail system development and the possible reasons.
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Discuss communication strategies for both champions and opponents.
A stakeholder matrix was prepared to set the stage for future outreach efforts. The trails group also
identified a member of their ranks who would be willing to serve as the key point of contact for each
stakeholder group. The matrix and other materials developed during the stakeholder analysis process
are provided in Appendix A.
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ACTION PLAN
The regional trail system can only be developed as resources allow, and maintaining focus is paramount.
For this reason, this action plan considers phasing as well as short and long term actions:
IMMEDIATE ACTIONS (1 TO 2 YEARS)
Immediate actions include completion of trails-related projects that are currently underway, along with
other low-cost activities.
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The 2L Trails Feasibility study, funded by FLAP and initiated in 2014, is slated to be complete in
spring 2015, to coincide with the release of the FLAP request for proposal for 2015. Efforts to obtain
construction funding from this resource should be considered a priority.
•
Emphasize to ITD the importance the community’s desire to include pedestrian and recreational
trails in the management of US93 and SH28:
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The pending re-construction of Shoup Bridge provides an opportunity to work with ITD, the BLM
and Lemhi County to address the US93/Shoup Bridge intersection. In its current configuration, it
does not adequately accommodate a trail in the highway right of way, or the entrance to the
Shoup Recreation Site. The BLM has indicated they are in full agreement to resolve the current
situation to better accommodate the Shoup Recreation site as well as the proposed trail system.
They are also open to considering ways to provide additional parking for increased use at this
site to accommodate trail users. The construction of the bridge is slated for 2015 and as such
this coordination should be a priority action item for the potential development of the US93
South trail corridor.
◦
Work with ITD on the Airport Way turning lane to coordinate proposed trail alignment and
culvert extension on the west side of the highway.
•
Ongoing coordination and data collection activities are recommended to maintain critical
partnerships and position the region for future grant requests and project implementation.
•
Create public and private partnerships to maintain and advocate for ongoing maintenance,
retention and improvement of trails on public lands.
NEAR TERM ACTIONS (1 TO 10 YEARS)
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Within the next 10 years, a trail extension from BLM land to connect Discovery Hill and the Carmen
Valley, and Morgan Bar to the Fairgrounds should be pursued. This includes the procurement of
easements through private property to retain access to the Salmon River and public lands.
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•
Securing funding for feasibility analysis of a trail parallel to the SH28 corridor from Salmon to Baker
is also recommended. For this segment, potential trail improvements for access to the Barracks
Lane trailhead area should also be examined.
Since federal transportation funding programs are the most promising sources of money for
constructing trail connections adjacent to US93 and SH28, using ITD’s federally-approved
“Concept Report” process for feasibility studies is a good idea. Concept Reports prepared for
each corridor should:
◦
Examine trail alignment alternatives
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Provide an environmental scan
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Assess right of way needs
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Analyze benefits, costs and other impacts
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Select a locally preferred alternative, and
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Determine a phasing/funding plan.
Accomplishing Concept Reports for trails parallel to the US93 and SH28 corridors would position
the region for funding to complete design and construction.
• The Salmon Valley Trails system should include safe connectivity to and through the City of Salmon.
It is important to designate pedestrian and bicycle routes through the City that do not conflict with
vehicle parking and traffic. These routes should consider City infrastructure such as schools and
parks to provide increased safety for youth.
• Update this Action Plan annually. Accomplishments and progress made should be acknowledged,
and remaining projects and priorities reconfirmed or revised.
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MID-TERM ACTIONS (10 TO 20 YEARS)
•
Within the next 10 to 20 years, fully implement key trail connections adjacent or parallel to SH28
between Salmon and Baker.
•
Continue to encourage participation in the Salmon Valley Trails group by multiple user groups such
as backcountry horse men and motorized users.
•
Continue to gauge public opinion as trails are developed to adjust priorities and consider new
alternatives.
LONG-TERM ACTIONS (BEYOND 20 YEARS)
Long-term actions are beyond the 20-year timeframe, but should be kept in mind as near and mid-term
projects are implemented.
•
Public comment on potential trail corridors indicates that a trail along the Salmon River is desired,
however, private land ownership issues require more planning and coordination, and make this a long
term option. As opportunities arise, procuring sections of these trails through easements may provide
for future connectivity of this route.
•
Access to the Continental Divide Trail is available from SH29 east of Leadore, and at Lost Trail Pass. Trail
system extensions to Tendoy could improve multi-modal access to the Lewis and Clark Backcountry
Byway. Trail extension to the north could provide multi-modal access to the Tower Creek area, and
ultimately to Lost Trail Pass.
•
As the regional trail system is developed and gains in popularity, transit strategies could also be
deployed to connect travelers with popular public lands areas, river access points, and neighboring
communities.
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Near Term (1-10 years)
Mid Term (10-20 years)
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Long Term (20+ years)
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Lemhi County
Fairgrounds
Discovery Hill Extension
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$
Trail Head Development
$
Existing Trailhead/Rec Site
Existing Trails
BLM
US93
STATE
USFS
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Salmon Valley Trails Recommended Priorities
Lemhi County, Idaho
Areas identified as proposed trails are not formally designated
as trail corridors. Public surveys and comments have
identified these as potential opportunties only.
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TABLE 1 – SALMON AREA TRAILS ACTION PLAN – UPDATED 1/15/15 – ONGOING/NEW ACTION ITEM
SCHOOL
PROXIMITY
ECONOMIC
GROWTH
SAFETY
COMMUNITY
CONNECTIVITY
PLAN
OBJECTIVES
SUPPORTED BY
THIS ACTION
PUBLIC LAND
ACCESS
DESCRIPTION
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION
RECREATION
ITEM
NO.
ACTION ITEM
(Include Date
Action Item was
incorporated in
plan)
TRANSPORTATION
USE
POTENTIAL
FUNDING
SOURCES
2B
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
N/A
CTAI
Trails Committee
5A, 5B
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Local
SVS
4C, 5B
X
X
X
X
X
Local/Private
FLAP
SIMBA
SVS
Agencies
X
X
X
X
LOT, FLAP
County, SVS
X
X
X
X
Steel Reese, Private
Donors
Volunteers
SVS, CTAI
ACTION OWNERS
ONGOING ACTION
1
Funding
Opportunity
Coordination,
2012
Coordinate funding opportunities and track progress with LMMN
Plan.
2
Public Information,
2012
Maintain an on-line location where interested citizens can view
the action plan and follow the trail group's activities.
Assist and promote annual events that raise awareness and
support for trails.
3
4
5
Community Events,
2012
This includes trail cleanup and maintenance campaigns, bike
clinics, and organized rides such as Pathways Awareness, 12 Hours
of Disco, and Lemhi Valley Century Ride.
Landowner
Communication
Strategy,
2013
Maintain Action
Plan,
2012
Encourage landowner engagement for property owners adjacent
to trail systems.
Involve landowners early in the discussion.
1C- D, 2C
Develop a protocol for signage, design and use that protect private
property rights.
Update Action Plan Annually to coincide with LMMN plan update.
Include new activities and public input regarding trails, address as
appropriate.
5A, 5B
X
X
Distribute updates to trails partners.
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Public Trails
Maintenance,
2013
Retain Forest Service and BLM trails work priority list.
Advocate for ongoing maintenance, retention and improvement
of recreational trail on public lands.
Seek opportunities to work with partners and to use outside
funding sources to do maintenance on priority trails.
1C, D, 2C
Salmon Valley Trails Action Plan
X
X
X
X
LOT, State RTP,
Private Foundations,
Federal
YEP, S. Adams
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TABLE 1 – SALMON AREA TRAILS ACTION PLAN – UPDATED 1/15/15 – ONGOING/NEW ACTION ITEM
7
Trails Action Plan
Adoption by City,
2015
Encourage City incorporate plan by reference into the City's
Transportation Plan currently under review.
Work with City to identify key connectivity opportunities and begin
planning process.
5A, 5B
X
X
X
X
X
X
COMMUNITY
CONNECTIVITY
SAFETY
ECONOMIC
GROWTH
SCHOOL
PROXIMITY
PLAN
OBJECTIVES
SUPPORTED BY
THIS ACTION
PUBLIC LAND
ACCESS
DESCRIPTION
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION
RECREATION
ITEM
NO.
ACTION ITEM
(Include Date
Action Item was
incorporated in
plan)
TRANSPORTATION
USE
POTENTIAL
FUNDING
SOURCES
X
LOT
X
LOT
Local
ACTION OWNERS
SVS
Mary
IMMEDIATE (WITHIN THE NEXT TWO YEARS)
8
9
10
Trail System
Branding and
Marketing Plan,
2012
Develop Trails
Management/
Maintenance
Team, 2013
Develop Trails
Management Plan,
2015
Hire professional marketing firm to develop a unique name and
brand for the trail system. Prepare a trails marketing plan to
promote outdoor tourism. Use local artists in the development of
logo and graphics to the extent possible.
6A
X
X
X
Develop a maintenance plan for 2L Trail System that includes
organizational structure for maintenance of trails system.
Work with Lemhi County Road and Bridge on trail design that will
complement existing maintenance equipment and schedules.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Develop a master plan for 2L Trail System that includes design
criteria and phased development priorities.
Work with the City to incorporate connectivity of trails through
and within the City Limits.
X
LOT
FLAP
LOT
FLAP
SVS
County
City
Agencies
Trails Committee
County, City, Trails
Committee
Work with ITD on identifying US93 as a multiple use corridor that
supports recreational as well as commuter travel.
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Shoup Bridge-Hwy
93 Intersection,
2015
Work with partners to address intersection at Shoup Bridge
(turning lane, recreational site, bridge construction, trailhead
access) and their impacts on a proposed Hwy 93S trail.
1C, D, 3A, B
Encourage new bridge design to incorporate a designated
pedestrian/bicycle lane.
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SVS
All
2015 Update
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Trail Infrastructure
Development
2015
2L Trails Feasibility
Study for
connectivity to
Morgan Bar and
Shoup Bridge,
2015
Work with public agencies who manage recreation sites along
proposed trail corridors to develop trail infrastructure such as
restroom facilities and parking.
Initiate discussions with Fairgrounds Board to consider trailhead
construction on Fairgrounds property.
Utilize findings from study to seek funding for construction of
priority trail segment(s).
X
1B-D, 3A & B,
7C
1, 2, 4
X
X
X
X
X
X
COMMUNITY
CONNECTIVITY
X
ECONOMIC
GROWTH
X
SCHOOL
PROXIMITY
1C, D, 3A, B
SAFETY
Coordinate construction of turning land with ITD to ensure
compatibility with proposed trail corridor
PLAN
OBJECTIVES
SUPPORTED BY
THIS ACTION
PUBLIC LAND
ACCESS
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Airport Way
Turning Lane,
2015
DESCRIPTION
RECREATION
ITEM
NO.
ACTION ITEM
(Include Date
Action Item was
incorporated in
plan)
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION
TRANSPORTATION
USE
POTENTIAL
FUNDING
SOURCES
X
X
FLAP
ACTION OWNERS
Steve
LOT
FLAP
Steel Reese
CHC
County
City
SVS
X
X
X
X
X
FLAP
County
X
X
X
Local
All
RTCA
NRT
Local/Private
BLM/SVS
NEAR TERM ACTIONS (1 – 10 YEARS)
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Regional Grant
Coordinator, 2012
Coordinate with public and non-profit agencies in Lemhi County to
jointly fund a grant coordinator that would be available to all.
Consider a part-time contracted position to start.
Ranching/Trail
User Training,
2012
Work with local ranchers on educational materials for trail users
on range lands.
All
X
7A
Salmon Valley Trails Action Plan
X
X
X
X
X
X
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1C, 5A
X
X
COMMUNITY
CONNECTIVITY
X
SAFETY
X
ECONOMIC
GROWTH
2A, B, C
SCHOOL
PROXIMITY
PLAN
OBJECTIVES
SUPPORTED BY
THIS ACTION
PUBLIC LAND
ACCESS
DESCRIPTION
RECREATION
ITEM
NO.
ACTION ITEM
(Include Date
Action Item was
incorporated in
plan)
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION
TRANSPORTATION
USE
POTENTIAL
FUNDING
SOURCES
ACTION OWNERS
FLAP
All
Inventory Lemhi County emergency access easements and assess
suitability for use as trail corridors.
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Public Lands
Access Mapping,
2013
Inventory other known easements for public lands and river
access.
Prepare GIS database of public access locations.
Prepare and provide maps of existing public easements to local
real estate offices.
Incorporate any compatible City trails or sidewalks
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Trail and River
User Survey,
2012
Perform seasonal surveys to:
• Estimate number of local v. visitor users
• Determine trail usage statistics
• Gauge attitudes and support for trail system development
• Identify river/public lands access priorities.
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Morgan Bar
Improvements,
2012
Complete project underway by BLM to provide ADA
accommodation and improve access to public lands at Morgan
Bar. This project is located approximately 3.8 miles north of
Salmon, immediately south of the community of Carmen.
1B, 3A, 3B
X
X
X
20
Regional Trails
Atlas ,
2012
Identify location and post to other partner sites.
2A, 5B, 6A
X
X
X
21
Discovery Hill to
Carmen Access,
2015
Continue to work with Lemhi County, LRLT to preserve access to
public lands from Carmen Creek and assist BLM with plans to
improve or extend Discovery Hills trail to Carmen.
X
X
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1, 2, 3
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BLM
X
X
X
X
X
BLM
Funded
LWCF
BLM
Skeet/Linda
BLM
County
2015 Update
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COMMUNITY
CONNECTIVITY
SAFETY
ECONOMIC
GROWTH
SCHOOL
PROXIMITY
PLAN
OBJECTIVES
SUPPORTED BY
THIS ACTION
PUBLIC LAND
ACCESS
DESCRIPTION
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION
RECREATION
ITEM
NO.
ACTION ITEM
(Include Date
Action Item was
incorporated in
plan)
TRANSPORTATION
USE
POTENTIAL
FUNDING
SOURCES
ACTION OWNERS
LONG TERM (UP TO 20 YEARS)
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Salmon River Trail,
2015
As opportunities arise, procuring sections of these trails through
easements may provide for future connectivity of this route.
23
Public Recreation
Trails,
2015
Garner opportunities to connect and increase access to public
trails such as the Continental Divide Trail, National Historic Trials.
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1, 2
X
X
1-2
X
X
X
X
All
X
Steve Adams
Investigate becoming a Gateway Community.
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