Decision Memo Completed

CLP III

Modoc National Forest Modoc, California Doublehead Ranger District

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 Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Clear Lake Sage Grouse Habitat Improvement Project - Phase IIIDecision Signed Date: 09/30/2014
ForestsModoc National Forest
DistrictsDoublehead Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)