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 Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | National Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| RED MOUNTAIN THINNING PAHSE 2 | Decision Signed Date: 03/21/2005 |
| Forests | Sequoia National Forest |
| Districts | Kern River Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T.26S., R.31 & 32E., MDM, and found within Greenhorn Ranger District Compartment Numbers 401 and 403. |