Address hazardous fuel conditions and insect outbreaks caused by the 2024 Lone Rock fire by creating a fuel break and reducing excess fuel loads. Regenerate areas of forest cover where viable seed sources of desired tree species are insufficient.
Location
Fuel break is in the southwest portion of the Heppner Ranger District, following existing road features. Project boundary is adjacent to private lands and includes USFS 21 West Rd and 21 spur roads.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/05/2025
2
Decision
12/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2026 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3(11); Nrcs 7 Cfr 650.6 D(1) |
| Special Authority | 2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Lone Rock Post Fire Recovery CE | Decision Signed Date: 12/19/2025 |
| Forests | Umatilla National Forest |
| Districts | Heppner Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |