This project would involve approximately 162 acres of fuel break and vegetation thinning work around the Summit Springs Guard Station to reduce the risk of high-intensity wildfire in this area.
Location
Summit Springs Guard Station area on the Flaming Gorge Ranger District
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/17/2025
2
Decision
03/2026 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2026 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3(11) |
| Special Authority | 2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Developed Site Management; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements |
| Summit Springs Fuel Break | Decision Signed Date: 03/18/2026 |
| Forests | Ashley National Forest |
| Districts | Flaming Gorge Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |