Decision Memo Completed

BATTLEMENTS FUELS/SAD RESEARCH

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests Mesa, Colorado Grand Valley Ranger District

Continuation of prescribed fire program with emphasis on regenerating aspen apparently killed by S.A.D. Will also benefit fuels and wildlife

Location

Grand Mesa National Forest / Battlements

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/01/2009
2
Decision
09/2009 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Research And Development
Battlements Vegetative Management ProjectsDecision Signed Date: 09/29/2009 Legal Notice Date: 09/29/2009
ForestsGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
DistrictsGrand Valley Ranger District
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Research