Decision Memo Completed

East Camino Cielo Ignition Reduction Project

Los Padres National Forest Santa Barbara, California Santa Barbara Ranger District

To improve the ecological condition of roadside environments and reduce the probability of ignitions. This will be accomplished by removing non-native grasses and herbs followed by native seeding and planting.

Location

Roadside vegetation near Arroyo Burro (45 acres) along East Camino Cielo Road.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/10/2025
2
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
East Camino Cielo Ignition Reduction ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/13/2025
ForestsLos Padres National Forest
DistrictsSanta Barbara Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management