Hazard tree reduction within 100 feet of each side of the existing MSM powerlines in the HPCC post-fire landscape to reduce risk of damage to powerlines and potential fire hazard and to protect public safety using hand crews and chainsaws.
Location
T17N R14E Sections: 7,8,9,13,14,15 / T18N R15E Section: 17
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/26/2025
2
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11) |
| 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 |
| HPCC Post-Fire MSM Powerline Hazard Tree Abatement | Decision Signed Date: 06/24/2025 |
| Forests | Santa Fe National Forest |
| Districts | Pecos-Las Vegas Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |