Grand Valley Habitat Improvement and Fuel Reduction
The GVRD is proposing a district wide habitat improvement and fuels reduction project utilizing broadcast burning and supporting mechanized treatments. About 15,800 acres will be identified and burned annually.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Project Area includes entire Grand Valley Ranger District. Exact locations will be determined annually and focused on greatest departure from historic fire condition.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/06/2023 |
| Decision | 03/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 03/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Grand Valley Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Grazing Management; Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Districts:
Grand Valley Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Mesa
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jonathan Tucker
2777 Crossroads Blvd, Suite 1
Grand Junction, CO 81506
970-573-1876
jonathan.tucker@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/10/2025