The GVRD is proposing a district wide habitat improvement and fuels reduction project utilizing broadcast burning and supporting mechanized treatments. About 15,800 acres will be identified and burned annually.
Location
Project Area includes entire Grand Valley Ranger District. Exact locations will be determined annually and focused on greatest departure from historic fire condition.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/06/2023
2
Decision
11/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements |
| Grand Valley Habitat Improvement and Fuel Reduction | Decision Signed Date: 11/19/2025 |
| Forests | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests |
| Districts | Grand Valley Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |