Decision Memo Completed

RED MOUNTAIN THINNING PHASE 2 (#7049)

Sequoia National Forest Kern, California Kern River Ranger District

This project is designed to reduce plantation conifer stocking levels and associated aerial fuels to improve plant vigor, increase resistance to insects, and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires.

Location

The project is accessed via Highway 155 to Rancheria Road (25S15) south to Basket Pass Road (26S05).

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
10/13/2004
2
Decision
03/2005 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2005 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
RED MOUNTAIN THINNING PAHSE 2Decision Signed Date: 03/21/2005
ForestsSequoia National Forest
DistrictsKern River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.26S., R.31 & 32E., MDM, and found within Greenhorn Ranger District Compartment Numbers 401 and 403.
Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)