A hydro-axe would be used to mulch trees less than eight inches in diameter to improve forest health and improve wildlife habitat on approximately 410 acres of mixed conifer within 4 potential units.
Location
South of South Fork, CO; between the east and west forks of Shaw Creek.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
09/15/2016
2
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2017 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements |
| *Fat Bear hydroaxe | Decision Signed Date: 06/19/2017 |
| Forests | Rio Grande National Forest |
| Districts | Divide Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |