The Lincoln National Forest is proposing to treat acres in and adjacent to the Tucson Mountain allotment using prescribed fire, mechanical thinning, and wildlife friendly fencing for wildlife habitat and timber stand improvement.
Location
The project area is located approximately 5 miles north of Capitan, NM, on the west side of Highway 246 and is accessed via private land.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/11/2017
2
Decision
03/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2018 (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 | Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Aragon Wildlife Habitat and Timber Stand Improvements | Decision Signed Date: 03/02/2018 |
| Forests | Lincoln National Forest |
| Districts | Smokey Bear Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | The legal location is on multiple sections of Township 7 South /Range 13 East, Township 7 South /Range 14 East, Township 8 South /Range 13 East, and Township 8 South /Range 14 East |