Decision Memo Completed

Ridge Creek Roadside Fire Salvage

Idaho Panhandle National Forests Kootenai, Idaho Idaho Panhandle National Forest All Units

The project proposes to harvest roadside dead and dying trees resulting from the 2023 Ridge Creek wildfire to reduce hazards and provide a safe transportation system and recover the economic value of forest products supporting the local economy.

Location

Within the 2023 Ridge Creek wildfire perimeter on National Forest System Roads located near Hayden Creek watershed outside the community of Hayden Lake, Idaho.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/10/2025
2
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
Ridge Creek Roadside Fire SalvageDecision Signed Date: 04/17/2025
ForestsIdaho Panhandle National Forest
DistrictsFernan Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT52N, R2W
Forest products