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Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests

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In Progress 9 Developing Proposal 8 On Hold 1 Completed 20
Decision Memo 21 Environmental Assessment 9 Categorical Exclusion 6 Environmental Impact Statement 2
35 with documents 17 with comments page
Categorical Exclusion · Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests · updated 5/28/2026 · decision 9/2026 (Estimated)
13 acres of land permitted to the Montlure Presbyterian Church’s camp for at-risk and disabled youth (SPR461) located at the southern terminus of FR-1121 south of Greer, Arizona (AZ). · Apache, Arizona

Proposed actions include reconstructing two structures lost during the 2011 Wallow Fire, repairing sewer and power lines, re-establishing/upgrading pedestrian routes, and restoring the site to a more natural state through seeding post-construction.

Recreation managementSpecial use management
NEPA Start Date
4/1/2026
Finding/Decision Date
Jeremy Evans · jeremy.w.evans@usda.gov
Categorical Exclusion · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 5/27/2026 · decision 6/2026 (Estimated)
Off Show Low Lake Rd along Show Low Creek · Navajo, Arizona

Proposed action involves conducting geotechnical testing to gather details on subsurface conditions needed to determine feasibility of constructing a bridge over Show Low Creek to connect Show Low Lake Rd to Penrod Rd.

Research and developmentRoad managementSpecial use management
NEPA Start Date
12/15/2025
Finding/Decision Date
Project documents
Rusty Williams · Rusty.Williams@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionUSDA-32d-USFS
Buena Vista Trails Completed
Decision Memo · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 5/22/2026
West of the City of Show Low · Navajo, Arizona

Project to analyze formalizing multiple trails and potential reroutes West of the City of Show Low.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
11/07/2023
Decision
05/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Paul Hancock · paul.hancock@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsLakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Lakeside East Allotments Developing Proposal
Environmental Assessment · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 5/20/2026
Apache; Navajo, Arizona

Analysis of six grazing allotments to reauthorize livestock grazing, construct and manage range infrastructure, and perform overstory vegetation management actions.

Grazing managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
NEPA Start Date
Finding/Decision Date
c/o Lakeside Ranger District
Eagle Creek Allotments Range NEPA Developing Proposal
Environmental Assessment · Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests · updated 5/11/2026
The project area is located on west and northwestern portions the Clifton Ranger District in the vicinity of Eagle Creek, Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests in Greenlee County, Arizona. · Graham; Greenlee, Arizona

Analysis for development of Allotment Management Plans, term grazing permits, and structural range improvements for 8 select allotments in the vicinity of Eagle Creek on the Clifton Ranger District.

Grazing management
NEPA Start Date
Finding/Decision Date
Project documents
Ralph Fink · ralph.fink@usda.gov
Categorical Exclusion · Springerville Ranger District · updated 5/7/2026
Approximately 2 miles upstream from the NFS boundary on the South Fork Little Colorado River. Approximate location of the proposed project area: Latitude: 34.048728; Longitude: -109.389626. · Apache, Arizona

AZGFD and Trout Unlimited, in conjunction with the ASNFs, are proposing to implement a stream/aquatic habitat restoration project on the South Fork Little Colorado River to improve morphological and ecological diversity within the stream corridor for the benefit of Apache Trout and other species.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
NEPA Start Date
Finding/Decision Date
Project documents
Jarrod Elmer · jarrod.elmer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionUSDA-41d-USFS
Categorical Exclusion · Alpine Ranger District · updated 5/6/2026
Approximately 99 acres of a long, narrow extent running east to west from the Rose Spring Trailhead Staging Area following Rose Spring Trail (#309) toward the Forest boundary. Legal description of location: T3N R28E, Sections 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 33, and 34. · Greenlee, Arizona

The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests is proposing a 99-acre prescribed fire project for fuels reduction on the southeast corner of the Alpine Ranger District near Rose Spring Trail.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
NEPA Start Date
5/4/2026
Finding/Decision Date
5/6/2026
Project documents
Joseph Names · joseph.names@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionUSDA-47d-USFS
Decision Signed Date5/6/2026
Categorical Exclusion · Springerville Ranger District · updated 5/5/2026
13 acres of land permitted to the Montlure Presbyterian Church’s camp for at-risk and disabled youth (SPR461) located at the southern terminus of FR-1121 south of Greer, Arizona. · Apache, Arizona

The Montlure Org. Camp was highly impacted by the Wallow Fire in 2011. The proposed action includes reconstructing two structures, repairing sewer lines and powerlines, re-establishing/upgrading pedestrian routes, and restoring the site to a more natural state through seeding post-construction.

Special use management
NEPA Start Date
Finding/Decision Date
Project documents
Jeremy Evans · jeremy.w.evans@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionUSDA-28d-USFS
Decision Memo · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 2/25/2026
Near Forest Lakes AZ · Coconino, Arizona

APS/Cable One are requesting to amend their special uses authorization's to route new utility lines to the Broobank Communcations Site. APS would reroute 12kV lines down SR260. Cable One would run a new Fiber Line off their existing SR260 fiber line

Special use managementFacility management
Scoping Start
05/01/2025
Decision
04/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Campbell · eric.campbell@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 2/25/2026
Scott Reservoir Campground is located off Penrod Road near Porter Mountain and the Lakeside Campground is off W. White Mountain Blvd, near the Lakeside Ranger Station. · Navajo, Arizona

Project is to remove existing vault toilets at Scott Reservoir Campground located off Penrod Road and the Lakeside Campground located off W. White Mountain Blvd. in Lakeside AZ. Vault toilets at Scott Reservoir will be replaced.

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
03/08/2023
Decision
02/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joyce Szalwinski · Joyce.Szalwinski@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsLakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 2/23/2026
On the Black Mesa Ranger District, adjacent to the Forest Lakes Estates community. · Coconino; Navajo, Arizona

The project area covers about 30,000 acres and is located on the Black Mesa Ranger District. The proposed action will include thinning trees, prescribed fire, and watershed, wildlife habitat, and transportation improvements.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
11/12/2013
Comment Period
08/26/2014
Objection Period Start
04/28/2015
Decision
08/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Seery · dbseery@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Plan Amendment; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSection 24; T11N, R13 1/2E; sections 1-12, 15-22, 28, 29; T11N, R14E, sections 5-8, 17,18; T11N, R1E, sections 11, 12, 13-15, 21 - 28, 32 - 36; T12N, R14E, and sections 5-8, 17, 18, T12N, R15E; GSR M.
Black Mesa Barracks Developing Proposal
Categorical Exclusion · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 2/17/2026 · decision 8/2026 (Estimated)
Black Mesa District Compound off Hwy 260 · Navajo, Arizona

The Black Mesa Ranger District proposes to construct a 10-Person Bunkhouse following National Fire Support Facility standards on the district compound in the same area where the old Hotshot barracks were located. Utilities should be present at this location, but may need repaired or new lines ran.

Facility management
NEPA Start Date
2/11/2026
Finding/Decision Date
Rusty Williams · rusty.williams@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionUSDA-43d-USFS
Decision Memo · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 2/4/2026
Near Chevelon Canyon on the NE point, travelling SW toward Kohls Ranch/HWY 260. · Gila; Navajo, Arizona

Reissue APS 500kV line permit HEB401904 on the Black Mesa District with no additional infrastructure or activities proposed.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/22/2024
Decision
02/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Campbell · eric.campbell@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Decision Decided Date02/04/2026
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 2/4/2026
South of Heber-Overgaard Arizona, west and south of Hwy 260 · Coconino; Navajo, Arizona

To develop a management plan for the Heber Wild Horse Territory

Regulations, directives, ordersGrazing management
Scoping Start
02/01/2020
Comment Period
03/23/2021
Objection Period Start
08/29/2025
Decision
01/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Matthew Bullmore · matthew.bullmore@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivitySpecial Area Management
Heber Wild Horse Territory Management PlanDecision Signed Date: 01/29/2026
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionPortions of T11N, R15E, T11N, R16E, T12N, R16E, G&SRM
Decision Memo · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 1/27/2026
Both campgrounds are located off Hwy 260, along NFS Rd 300 on the Mogollon Rim · Coconino, Arizona

The Mogollon and Rim Campgrounds are proposed to be redesigned to meet current accessability standards. Work may include adding new restrooms, repaving/adding camping spurs, reconfiguring loops, and similar improvements to the sites.

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
08/14/2025
Decision
01/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Deborah Roznovak · deborah.roznovak@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionRim: T11N, R14E, Section 25; Mogollon: T11N, R13E, Section 15
Decision Memo · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 1/16/2026
Black Mesa Ranger Station administrative site in Heber-Overgaard, AZ. · Navajo, Arizona

Proposal to construct a new 10-person bunkhouse in the same location as the Hotshots barracks were located on the Black Mesa Ranger Station administrative site.

Facility management
Scoping Start
04/11/2025
Decision
03/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Matthew Bullmore · matthew.bullmore@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (21), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(21)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT12N R17E Sec 32 G&SRM
Decision Memo · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 9/23/2025
Fool Hollow Recreation Area off Old Linden Road in Show Low AZ · Navajo, Arizona

This project will install new electrical upgrades to several campsites throughout the site to include replacing electrical service cabinets, new electrical receptacles, at individual campsites, and new underground electrical conduit and conductors

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
09/23/2025
Decision
01/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joyce Szalwinski · Joyce.Szalwinski@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsLakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Tonto National Forest All Units · updated 8/4/2025
From the APS Dale Substation north of the Phoenix metropolitan area to the future Chevelon Butte Substation, located approximately 28 miles south of Joseph City in Navajo County · Maricopa; Navajo; Pinal, Arizona

Construction of a fiber optic communication line within the existing authorized 345-kV dual tower parallel-line ROW that crosses approximately 91 miles of the Tonto NF and Apache-Sitgreaves NF

Special use management
Scoping Start
08/04/2025
Decision
11/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); Ntia_C(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests; Tonto National Forest
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District; Cave Creek Ranger District; Mesa Ranger District; Payson Ranger District; Tonto Basin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Alpine Ranger District · updated 7/23/2025
Off Hwy 191, near FSR 8870 approximately 13 miles sourh of Alpine, AZ · Apache, Arizona

Drill a new well near Beaverhead Corrals to provide filling station for grazing permittees, as well as water source for the Forest Service to supply recreation sites and during wildfire response.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
06/04/2025
Decision
09/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ron Mortensen · ronald.mortensen@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionFsa 7 Cfr 779.32 E(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsAlpine Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 4N Range 30E Section 14
Environmental Assessment · Clifton Ranger District · updated 7/23/2025
Allotments located within the Eagle Creek area. AD Bar/Hogtrail, Baseline/Horsesprings, Dark Canyon, Double Circle, East Eagle, Mesa, Mud Springs, Tule Allotments. · Greenlee, Arizona

Allotment analysis for development of Allotment Management Plans and term grazing permits.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
08/02/2022
Comment Period
04/19/2023
Objection Period Start
10/2025 (Estimated)
Decision
03/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kent Ellett · kent.ellett@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsClifton Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Greer Fiber Optic Project Developing Proposal
Decision Memo · Springerville Ranger District · updated 7/23/2025
Greer, AZ · Apache, Arizona

Project is to amend an existing Special Use Permit and authorize installation, operation, and maintenance of 24 new 288 count fiber optic lines with manholes for access and marker posts along a 10-ft right-of-way over 1.51 miles of NFS Lands.

Special use managementFacility management
Scoping Start
07/2025 (Estimated)
Decision
11/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Campbell · eric.campbell@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsSpringerville Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 7N, Range 27E, Sections 11, 12, and 13
Decision Memo · Springerville Ranger District · updated 7/23/2025
The property is located within T. 7 N., R. 29 E. · Apache, Arizona

The existing access to the Harper property is not accessible. Access is being requested along a user created route that is more feasible and would have less impact on the resources. Proposed route is approximately 320 ft in length.

Special use managementRoad management
Scoping Start
09/29/2023
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Dustie Aylor · dustie.aylor@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsSpringerville Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 7N, Range 29E, Sections 10 and 15
Decision Memo · Springerville Ranger District · updated 7/23/2025
Just west of Loco Knoll, approximately 10 miles southeast of Springerville AZ as the crow flies · Apache, Arizona

Drill new well on the ELC grazing allotment to replace dried up well and keep supplying water to the existing Loco Water System to provide a reliable water source to livestock and wildlife within the west central portion of the grazing allotment.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
06/04/2025
Decision
09/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ron Mortensen · ronald.mortensen@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionFsa 7 Cfr 779.32 E(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsSpringerville Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSections 12 and 13, Township 7N, Range 30E
Decision Memo · Clifton Ranger District · updated 7/23/2025
Clifton Ranger District, Wildbunch Allotment; South, and Roan Cow Pastures. · Greenlee, Arizona

USFS, AZSWSP, AZSFWC, ADA, ADBSS, Wildbunch permittee in cooperation are planning to do 3 pipeline extensions on Cienega Pipeline to increase water availability to wildlife, specifically Mule deer and Desert Bighorn Sheep, and separate from livestock

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsGrazing management
Scoping Start
06/03/2024
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Enriques Sanchez · Enriques.Sanchez@usda.gov
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; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsClifton Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT2S, R31E, Sections: 2, 3, 8, 9, 16, 17, 22, 27
Environmental Assessment · Springerville Ranger District · updated 7/21/2025
29,472 acres with north boundary of Springerville & Eagar, FSR 57 and Sipe White Mountain Wildlife Area to the east, the Litle Colorado River drainage to the west, FSR 90 and Highway 261 to south · Apache, Arizona

Wildland Urban Interface and hazardous fuels reduction, stream restoration for improved aquatic habitat, and recreation infrastructure restoration damaged by previous wildfire.

Recreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
10/02/2023
Comment Period
08/2025 (Estimated)
Decision
01/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jessica Alexander · jessica.alexander@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Trail Management
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsSpringerville Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 7/17/2025
Lakeside Arizona off Penrod Road: T9N; R22E; S11,14,13/ T9N; R23E, S18,19,30,32,33/ T8N; R23E; S3 · Navajo, Arizona

Geotechnical investigation for placement of power pole foundations in relation to Navopache Electric's proposed electric line reroute and power pole replacement with increased size and capacity running from the Wagon Wheel substation to Pinetop lake.

Special use managementFacility managementResearch
Scoping Start
03/13/2024
Decision
07/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Campbell · eric.campbell@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityElectric Transmission; Facility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations; Research And Development
NEC Bore Holes for Wagon Wheel Tap to Pinetop Lakes RerouteDecision Signed Date: 07/17/2025
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsLakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests All Units · updated 5/21/2025
Fool Hollow Recreation Area in Show Low AZ, accessed off Old Linden Road · Navajo, Arizona

Project to repair roads at Fool Hollow Recreation Area

Recreation managementRoad management
Scoping Start
02/02/2024
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joyce Szalwinski · Joyce.Szalwinski@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Road Maintenance
Decision Decided Date05/21/2025
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsLakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 5/21/2025
Los Burros Recreation Area off Vernon-McNary Road · Navajo, Arizona

The existing vault toilet apron at the Los Burros Campground needs repaired and the restroom door needs releveled.

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
03/08/2023
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joyce Szalwinski · Joyce.Szalwinski@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Maintenance
Decision Decided Date05/21/2025
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsLakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests All Units · updated 10/28/2024
National Forest System (NFS) lands within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests (Forests) · Apache; Greenlee; Navajo, Arizona

A proposal to designate motorized travel routes (roads and trails) in areas on federal lands administered by the Forest Service within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests in order to comply with the Travel Management Rule (36 CFR 212).

Road management
NOI in Federal Register
02/29/2008
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
08/30/2019
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
10/01/2024
Objection Period Start
05/07/2024
Decision
10/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Scott Grunder · Scott.Grunder@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityTravel Management
Public Motorized Travel Management PlanDecision Signed Date: 10/18/2024
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNational Forest System (NFS) lands within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests (Forests)
Environmental Assessment · Prescott National Forest All Units · updated 10/18/2024
4,782 acres of YAN land will transfer to the Prescott, Coconino, Kaibab, and A-S Forests while 3,201 acres of Prescott and Coconino land will transfer to YAN near Camp Verde, AZ · Apache; Coconino; Navajo; Yavapai, Arizona

The Prescott National Forest is proposing a land exchange between the Prescott, Coconino, Kaibab, and Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests and the Yavapai-Apache Nation (YAN). More information at https://yavapai-apache.org/land-exchange

Land management planningLand ownership managementLand acquisition
Scoping Start
12/13/2023
Comment Period
12/27/2023
Objection Period Start
04/09/2024
Decision
10/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Welker · Christopher.Welker@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityLand Exchanges
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests; Coconino National Forest; Kaibab National Forest; Prescott National Forest
DistrictsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests All Units; Coconino National Forest All Units; Kaibab National Forest All Units; Prescott National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Clifton Ranger District · updated 6/28/2024
The utility crosses onto the SE corner of the Clifton Ranger District and travels through the district crossing back off at the AZ/NM border near the San Francisco River and travels · Greenlee, Arizona

Combining the 2 TEP utility line permits into a single permit.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/07/2023
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michelle Steele · Michelle.Steele@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Decision Decided Date06/28/2024
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsClifton Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 9/25/2023
The master permit covers a total of 4.56 acres. These improvements have been permitted on USFS land since 1978. These lines are part of the Show Low Municipal Water System. · Navajo, Arizona

The purpose of this proposal is to reissue a Special Use Permit to the City of Show Low for buried utilities (sewer). The project area encompasses the incorporated limits of the City of Show Low on the Lakeside Ranger District.

Special use management
Scoping Start
12/14/2022
Decision
09/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michelle Steele · Michelle.Steele@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Decision Decided Date09/25/2023
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsLakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSections 11, 13 & 14, T10N, R21E Gila and Salt River Meridian
Decision Memo · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 9/25/2023
East of Show Low AZ on both the North and South sides of Highway 77 · Navajo, Arizona

Renewal of Show Low Wetlands Special Use Permit for several lakes/ponds East of Show Low along Highway 77.

Special use management
Scoping Start
03/08/2023
Decision
09/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michelle Steele · Michelle.Steele@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Decision Decided Date09/25/2023
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsLakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeside Ranger District · updated 3/21/2023
Rights of way across the Lakeside and Black Mesa Districts · Coconino; Navajo, Arizona

The purpose of this action is to reissue a Special Use Permit to Arizona Public Service for 33Kv and below distribution lines for up to 30 years, as well as a set of 69kV lines.

Special use management
Scoping Start
12/08/2022
Decision
03/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Campbell · eric.campbell@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Decision Decided Date03/21/2023
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District; Lakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 3/3/2020
The project area will focus on the Wildland-Urban Interface around the community of Heber-Overgaard, as identified in the Sitgreaves Community Wildfire Protection Plan. · Navajo, Arizona

In this project, the USFS proposes to mechanically cut select trees across a ~3,000-acre project area around the community of Heber-Overgaard to reduce insect and disease occurrence and spread in the project area and address departed fire conditions.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
11/29/2018
Decision
02/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Orry Hatcher · ohatcher@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5); 32.3 (9)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects; Hfra Title Vi: Wildfire Resilience Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT12N, R17E Sections 7, 8, 9, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 27, 32, 34; T12N, R16E Section 12; T11N, R16E Sections 1, 2, 3; T11N, R17E Sections 5, 6, 20, 11,12, Gila and Salt River Meridian.
Environmental Impact Statement · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 8/12/2013
Forest Lakes west to Forest Road92 and the Dude Fire along the Mogollon Rim · Coconino, Arizona

Project along Mogollon Rim approx. 33,510 acres. Need to thin forest to reduce fuels and promote forest health, and reduce the threat of extreme fire. Broadcast burning proposed of 32, 532 acres and thinning of approximately 24,655 acres.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels management
NOI in Federal Register
03/29/2012
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
09/28/2012
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
05/03/2013
Objection Period Start
05/07/2013
Decision
07/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Gayle Richardson · grichardson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Wildland-Urban Interface; Hfra Title I: Threats To Ecosystem Components (Such As Insect Or Disease Epidemics)
Notice and Comment Regulation218
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT11N, R13E, T11N, R13 1/2 E, T11E, R14E, T11N, R15E, T12N, R12E, T12N, R13E, T10 1/2 N, R14E, T10 1/2N, R15E
Environmental Assessment · Black Mesa Ranger District · updated 2/23/2012
Project area bounded on the west by forest road 512, north by State Highway 260, east by State Highway 60, and south by the forest Boundary along the Mogollon Rim. · Coconino; Navajo, Arizona

Application of prescribed fire on federal lands of the Sitgreaves National Forest affected by the Rodeo-Chediski Fire of 2002

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/01/2009
Objection Period Start
11/08/2011
Decision
02/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mark Empey · mempey@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Wildland-Urban Interface; Hfra Title I: Threatened And Endangered Species Habitat
Notice and Comment Regulation218
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Rodeo Chediski Fire Prescribed Burn ProjectDecision Signed Date: 02/22/2012
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsBlack Mesa Ranger District; Lakeside Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT10 1/2 N, R15E, T10N, R15 1/2E, T10N, R16E, T10N, R17E, T10N, R18E, T10N, R19E, T10N, R20E, T10N, R21E, T11N,R14E,T11N,R15E,T11N,R16E,T11N,R17E,T11N,R18E,T11N,R19E,T11N,R20E,T12N,R16E,T12N,17E,
Environmental Assessment · Alpine Ranger District · updated 10/6/2006
Forest Lands adjacent to Nutrioso, Arizona · Apache, Arizona

Analysis to treat existing live and dead fuels adjacent to private property to protect Forest and private resources

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Forest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
01/21/2005
Objection Period Start
06/07/2005
Decision
06/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
James Copeland · jcopeland@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Wildland-Urban Interface; Hfra Title I: Threatened And Endangered Species Habitat; Stewardship Contract, Consolidated Appropriations Resolution Of 2003
Notice and Comment Regulation218
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Improvements/Construction
Nutrioso Wildland Urban Interface Fuel ReductionDecision Signed Date: 06/14/2006 Legal Notice Date: 10/06/2006
ForestsApache-Sitgreaves National Forests
DistrictsAlpine Ranger District; Springerville Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT7N, R29E, R30E; T6N, R29E, R30E, G&SRBM