Projects
For Project Updates:
Projects are proposed actions that are analyzed through the NEPA process (EIS, EA, or CE) that involves analyzing different alternatives to the proposed action, requires public notice and comment, and results in a NEPA decision (ROD, DN, or DM) which, subject to an administrative appeals process, and is implemented on the ground.
The Forest Projects below are projects that we are analyzing or have analyzed under the NEPA process.
Key Contacts
- Katherine Smith, Forest Planner
- katherine.smith@usda.gov
Cleveland National Forest Current and Recent Projects
Under Analysis
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Descanso Barracks Project
This project will demolish two aged living quarters buildings at the Descanso Fire Station and rebuild one new living quarters building in the same place as one of the demolished buildings. A new septic system will be installed for the new building.
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Jeffrey Pine Seed Source Trial
This project will utilize more than one native Jeffrey Pine seed source from within it's natural distribution range for reforestation to adjust for projected climate conditions. Project work will occur on approximately 97 acres near Filaree Flat.
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North Sierra Peak Fuel Break
The Trabuco Ranger District intends to extend the North Main Divide fuel break to include the North Sierra Peak area. This would increase the defensible landscape and firefighter access. Work would include vegetation removal and prescribed burning.
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Outpost Septic Replacement
Replacement of the current septic system and grease trap associated with The Outpost which is operated under a Special Use Permit with the Cleveland National Forest. A new 1,000 gallon grease trap and 1500 gallon septic will be installed.
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San Diego Thornmint Restoration
This project focuses on seed collection, seed production, and seed application of SD Thornmint near Poser Mountain and Viejas Mountain. Supporting weed abatement actions analyzed in prior Environmental Assessment (EA) Invasive Weed Management on CNF.
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Sill Hill Range Allotment
This project will analyze a historic grazing allotment that is not currently in use for grazing viability of approximately 150 head months. Analysis will include updated fencing and incorporating two associated roads into the NFS road system.
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West Horsethief and Trabuco Canyon Trails Reconstruction
The Trabuco Ranger District intends to complete repair and reconstruction work on the West Horsethief and Trabuco Canyon trails. These trails have been closed to the public due to significant damage from wildfires.
Project Archive
Some of our older projects can be accessed in our Project Archive.
