Decision Memo Completed

Sunset Mesa Fuel Reduction Buffer Project

Lincoln National Forest Lincoln, New Mexico Smokey Bear Ranger District

The Lincoln National Forest, Smokey Bear Ranger District is proposing to treat approximately two acres of pinon and juniper woodland on Sunset Mesa for a fuel reduction buffer and timber stand improvement.

Location

The site is located approximately 2.4 miles south of Nogal, NM, off of State Highway 37.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/29/2018
2
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Sunset Mesa Fuel Reduction Buffer ProjectDecision Signed Date: 10/23/2018
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSmokey Bear Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT9S R12E Sec 18
Vegetation management (other than forest products)