Maintain and restore suitable habitat for sage-grouse by controlling western juniper expansion and infill into the sage steppe community around Clear Lake and the surrounding vicinity. Expands the benefits of other similar treatments in the area.
Location
Lands managed by the Modoc National Forest in the vicinity of the Clear Lake National Widllife Refuge.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/26/2014
2
Decision
09/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2014 (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 | Species Habitat Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements |
| Clear Lake Sage Grouse Habitat Improvement Project - Phase III | Decision Signed Date: 09/30/2014 |
| Forests | Modoc National Forest |
| Districts | Doublehead Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |