Decision Memo Completed

Sugarpine Lookout Fire Detection Management

Fremont-Winema National Forest Klamath, Oregon Chemult Ranger District

There is a need to remove some trees around Sugarpine Lookout that have grown tall enough to impact the landscape view for detection of wildfires. The desired condition is an unobstructed view to detect wildfires at their smallest size.

Location

his project area is located on Sugarpine Mt., Chemult Ranger District, Fremont-Winema National Forest.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
10/25/2022
2
Decision
02/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Sugarpine Lookout Fire Detection ManagementDecision Signed Date: 02/21/2024
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.28S., R.9E., Sec.25-26
Vegetation management (other than forest products)