Removal of dead and dying Engelmann Spruce trees killed by Spruce beetle to promote safety and reduce long-term fuel build up in areas severely impacted by spruce beetle to limit the likelihood of a catastrophic wildfire.
Location
Project is located near State Highway 149 approximately eight miles southeast of Lake City, Colorado.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/30/2015
2
Decision
03/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2016 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage) |
| Highway 149 South Salvage Project | Decision Signed Date: 03/08/2016 |
| Forests | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests |
| Districts | Gunnison Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Sections 16, 21, 22, 23, and 35, Township 43 North, Range 3 West, New Mexico Principal Meridian, Hinsdale County, Colorado |