The project is proposing to treat up to 430 acres by underburning mixed conifer to promote re-sprouting of aspen and to stimulate growth of understory grasses, forbs, and shrubs for wildlife habitat improvement.
Location
Approximately 2 miles southwest of South Fork, CO in Township 39 North, Range 3 East within Sections 8 & 9.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
09/28/2017
2
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2019 (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 | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements |
| Powderhouse II | Decision Signed Date: 10/25/2018 |
| Forests | Rio Grande National Forest |
| Districts | Divide Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |