This project would examine how different silvicultural systems paired with and without prescribed burning can be used to restore and maintain ponderosa pine forests. More info: https://www.firelab.org/project/ponderosa-pine-restoration-lick-creek
Location
The project is located south of Hamilton, MT, and north of Lake Como along FS 5621, FS 5608, and FS 62931 roads
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/11/2023
2
Comment Period
10/11/2023
3
Decision
12/2023 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3 (2) |
| Special Authority | Hfra Title Iv: Insect Infestations And Related Diseases |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Research And Development; Timber Sales (Green) |
| Lick Creek Demonstration/Research Forest Project | Decision Signed Date: 12/15/2023 |
| Forests | Bitterroot National Forest |
| Districts | Darby Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T4N, R21W, Sections 19, 20, 29, and 30 |