Thinning around 11 priority areas to increase the fire resiliency of the surrounding area and protect values at risk. Making up 45 total acres, thinning would be performed up to 40 meters surrounding the values at risk.
Location
Maverick Point area of the Monticello Ranger District.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/13/2025
2
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (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 |
| Monticello Cultural Sites Thinning Project | Decision Signed Date: 04/25/2025 |
| Forests | Manti-Lasal National Forest |
| Districts | Monticello Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |