The Palomar RD proposes fuels reduction activities on approximately 4,010 acres within five areas of Palomar Mountain. The purpose of the projects is to reduce hazardous fuels, improve forest health, and provide community defense zones.
Location
Various locations throughout the Palomar Mountain area of the Palomar Ranger District, including the Aguanga fuelbreak system, Fry Creek, Palomar Station, Birch Hill, East Grade and Barker Valley IRA.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/18/2010
2
Comment Period
12/04/2012
3
Decision
08/2013 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
11/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | National Fire Plan - Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Palomar Mountain Vegetation Treatment Program | Decision Signed Date: 08/01/2013 |
| Forests | Cleveland National Forest |
| Districts | Palomar Ranger District |