Decision Memo Completed

Sawmill/Wallman Fuels Project

Lolo National Forest Missoula, Montana Lolo National Forest All Units

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 Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Sawmill/Wallman Fuels ProjectDecision Signed Date: 11/13/2024
ForestsLolo National Forest
DistrictsMissoula Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management