A proposal to reduce hazardous fuels on 305 acres within the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area. Methods would include hand thinning, hand-piling, pile burning, and underburning.
Location
In proximity to the Main Rattlesnake trailhead in the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/14/2024
2
Decision
11/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Sawmill/Wallman Fuels Project | Decision Signed Date: 11/13/2024 |
| Forests | Lolo National Forest |
| Districts | Missoula Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |