This would be an approximately 2,900-acre fuels reduction project, mostly along the Red Cloud Loop Road. Vegetation treatments would include mastication, mowing, slashing, and piling and burning, as well as falling trees for firewood collection.
Location
The project area includes the Red Cloud Loop Road, Horseshoe Park, Massey Cave, and Marsh Bench Road.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/01/2023
2
Decision
06/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2023 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3(11) |
| Special Authority | 2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Ashley Karst Shaded Fuel Break - Red Cloud Loop | Decision Signed Date: 06/05/2023 |
| Forests | Ashley National Forest |
| Districts | Vernal Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |