The Mt Baldy Safety Evacuation Corridor Project is a linear fuel break, 50 feet on each side of the road. The purpose is to enhance community protection and reduce the risk of loss of human life, structures, and natural resources from wildland fires.
Location
The project begins at Manker Campground and Mt. Baldy Road. Then proceeds south and ends just north of Shinn Road.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/02/2024
2
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2025 (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) |
| Mt Baldy Safety Evacuation Corridor Project | Decision Signed Date: 04/22/2025 |
| Forests | Angeles National Forest |
| Districts | San Gabriel River Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T1N, R8W Sections: 1, 12,13,19,20,25,36 T2N, R8W Section: 17 T2N, R7W Section: 9 |