Categorical Exclusion Completed

Peel Tree Vegetation Project

Salmon-Challis National Forest Lemhi, Idaho Salmon-Cobalt Ranger District

Commercially harvest up to 850 acres to decrease timber stand susceptibility to insects attacks and limit the spread of dwarf mistletoe.

Location

The project is located along the Peel Tree-Hat Creek Road (FS Road 60083) to the north of Sheephorn Mountain and south of Iron Creek.

Project timeline

1
NEPA Start Date
1/5/2026
2
Finding/Decision Date
9/15/2026

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical ExclusionSection 603 of HFRA (16 U.S.C. 6591b)
Decision Signed Date9/15/2026
Vegetation management (other than forest products)