Categorical Exclusion Completed

Halfway Malin Blowdown Salvage

Idaho Panhandle National Forests Shoshone, Idaho St. Joe Ranger District

This project proposes to implement salvage activities in areas affected by a recent blowdown event. Windthrow resulted in concentrations of downed and damaged trees that present elevated risks related to insect infestation, hazardous fuel loading, and public and firefighter safety.

Location

Approximately 12 miles east of Avery, Idaho, between Malin and Eagle Creeks, primarily within the previous Halfway Malin EA NEPA decision.

Project timeline

1
NEPA Start Date
3/17/2026
2
Finding/Decision Date
5/28/2026

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical ExclusionUSDA-36d-USFS
Decision Signed Date5/28/2026
Forest productsFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)