Emergency Control of Spanish Broom in the Garnet Fire Area

Invasive Species Treatment at the Ross Crossing on the High Sierra Ranger District. This project uses a combination of treatment methods (manual and chemical) to address an infestation of Spanish broom.

Location

Project area is along a ~3-mile stretch of the 10S24 road at Ross Crossing along Dinkey Creek, approximately 3 miles SW of the McKinley Grove of giant sequoias. It includes portions of Township 10 South, Range 26 East, Sections 10, 15, and 14. The Spanish broom infestation consists of six discrete polygons that cover approximately 20 acres. A 45-foot buffer applied to each polygon. Total treatment area including the 45-foot buffer is approximately 30 acres.

Project timeline

NEPA / regulatory detail