Decision Memo Completed

Rail-Splitter Timber Sale

Lincoln National Forest Otero, New Mexico Sacramento Ranger District

The purpose of this proposal is to harvest 40 acres of timber for a commercial logging operation. This project would aid in landscape restoration and fuels reduction. This project would also assist with industry needs.

Location

The location of the proposed activities is approximately 4.5 miles South of Weed, NM in Ponderosa Pine, 7200 ft., slopes vary throughout the project area.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/26/2018
2
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Green)
Rail-Splitter Timber SaleDecision Signed Date: 10/29/2018
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSacramento Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Forest products