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. ,.. l" (' 1I.J"; f) The Union Pacific main line track is now planned for relocation around the south side of the reservoir in lieu of the previous north side relocation. The existing trackage will be shortened by over 1 , mile for a total length of 25.8 miles, as compared to the previous relocated length of 29 miles. The south route will require three major river bridges as well as two, and possibly three, grade separations on the major highway crossings. The relocation plans have been reviewed with Union Pacific representatives and, as of this date, tentative agreement has been reached on the alinement for the relocated segment of the railroad. Plans for the relocation of State Hi9hway l44 around the north side of Narrows Reservoir to connect with U.S. Highway 34 upstream from the reservoir are under negotiation with the State of Colorado. Approximately 22 miles of relocated road would be required. Preliminary contacts have also been made with Morgan County regarding necessary county road relocations along the south side of Narrows Reservoir. Approximately 15 miles of relocated county roads will be required to provide replacement access for residents south of the reservoir. Plans to relocate power and telephone lines, oil and gas pipelines, and a cemetery are unchanged. The small settlements of Weldona, Goodrich, and Orchard within the reservoir area will be acquired, and the residents will be provided relocation assistance. Fish and Wildlife Plans The fish and wildlife plans have been substantially revised from those presented in the report of August 4, 1966, by the Fish and \~ildl ife Service. This report is appended to House Uocument 320 and has been supplemented by the Service's October 9, 1969 report which was appended to the Bureau's May 1969 "Reevaluation Statement" as revised in November 1969. The plan is presented in the 1973 Definite Plan Report (DPR). The current plan is summarized in a November 4, 1975, memorandum from the Fish and Wildlife Service which is appended to this report. The major differences between the DPR and the current plan are detailed below. The most significant changes are the acreages recommended for a wildlife management area and the mitigation requirements. The 1973 DPR plan recommended a wildlife management area of 15,765 acres together with any associated water rights and appropriate develop- ment to be made available to the Colorado Department of Game, Fish and Parks. 6