Sorrel Springs Hazardous Fuels Project
The purpose and need of the project is to reduce high concentrations of hazardous fuels resulting from dead and dying trees. High stand densities within the project area have caused accelerated tree mortality from insects and diseases.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project area is located on the Ninemile Ranger District north of the community of Frenchtown in Missoula County, Montana within the Houle Creek and Roman Creek drainages in Township 14 North, Range 21 West, Section 20
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/05/2022 |
| Decision | 09/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2023 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (14), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(14)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Lolo National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Fuels Management; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Sorrel Springs Hazardous Fuels Project
Decision Signed Date: 09/13/2022
Forests:
Lolo National Forest
Districts:
Ninemile Ranger District
States:
Montana
Counties:
Missoula
Legal Land Description:
Township 14 North, Range 21 West, Section 20
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Ann Hadlow
Fort Missoula Bldg. 24
Missoula, MT 59804
406-626-5402
ann.hadlow@usda.gov
Last Updated: 9/14/2022