Decision Memo Completed

Hearn Vegetation Management Project

Sawtooth National Forest Camas, Idaho Fairfield Ranger District

Proposal is to conduct controlled harvest activities to reduce high intensity infestation of dwarf mistletoe and reduce competition in high density Douglas-fir stands.

Location

Approximately 12 miles west of Fairfield, Idaho. Adjacent to state, BLM and private lands. Project areas are from Thompson Creek to Hearn Creek to Chimney Creek drainages. Accessible by 007 Rd.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/16/2021
2
Decision
08/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (14), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(14); 32.3 (2); 32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects; Hfra Title Vi: Wildfire Resilience Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green)
Hearn Vegetation Management ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/02/2022
ForestsSawtooth National Forest
DistrictsFairfield Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 1 N, R 12 E, Sections 17,18,19
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Forest productsFuels managementRoad management