Decision Memo Completed

Muddy Snow Decks

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests Idaho, Idaho Lochsa/Powell Ranger District

Decked timber is the result of the fire suppression activities. Removal is needed to complete restoration of fire suppression acticity, remove fuel concentrations, remove potential insect sources, and provide economic benefits to local communities.

Location

The decks are located along the FS 5106 Road near Lynx Creek, the FS 519 Road located near Molly Creek, and the FS 5111 and FS 5103 Road in the Mud Creek drainage.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
02/27/2024
2
Decision
04/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2024 (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 ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage)
Muddy Snow DecksDecision Signed Date: 04/01/2024
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Forest productsFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)