Decision Memo Completed

Wildfire Tree Planting - Lochsa-Powell 3

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests Idaho, Idaho Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units

Plant trees on approx. 20 acres (1 stand) in the Higgins Hump Fire area. Planting will be done by hand by a contract crew. Access to the planting site will be on existing roads.

Location

T33N, R6E, Section 12, Lochsa-Powell Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/14/2017
2
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Wildfire Tree Planting - Lochsa-Powell 3Decision Signed Date: 05/18/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)