Fuels reduction to reduce threat to Nelder Grove giant sequoia grove and wildlife habitat by reducing fuel ladders and treating standing and down fuel loading to reduce potential loss in a subsequent fire.
Location
Nelder Grove Historical boundary and the roads around the Grove boundary
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/06/2022
2
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Nelder Grove Ecological Restoration Project | Decision Signed Date: 12/30/2024 |
| Forests | Sierra National Forest |
| Districts | Bass Lake Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |