A proposed fuels reduction project to reduce the risks and repercussions of a wildfire escaping the Eagles Nest Wilderness and posing a threat to community safety and private and public infrastructure.
Location
The project is located within the Eagles Nest Wilderness adjacent to the Ruby Ranch subdivision in Silverthorne, Colorado.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/31/2021
2
Decision
10/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2022 (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) |
| Ruby Ranch Fuels Reduction Project | Decision Signed Date: 10/14/2021 |
| Forests | White River National Forest |
| Districts | East Zone/Dillon Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |