Implement a combination of treatments to construct fuel breaks and remove hazard trees across approximately 3,000 acres of NFS lands along 35 miles of roads throughout the YRRD to mitigate the risk of wildfire to protect nearby communities.
Location
The Project is north and east of Downieville along Highway 49 and NFS Road 93 and north of Bassetts on Gold Lakes Highway.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/27/2025
2
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (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 | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green) |
| Forty-Niner Gold | Decision Signed Date: 06/06/2025 |
| Forests | Tahoe National Forest |
| Districts | Yuba River Ranger District; Sierraville Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |