Special Uses - Tri-State Molas Tap to Cascade Vegetation Management
Removal of hazardous vegetation to the operation of the powerline. Removal of vegetation would reduce the risk of uncharacteristic wildfire on federal lands and adjacent at-risk communities.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Southwest of Silverton, starting at Little�Molas Lake and ending just East of Purgatory Ski Area.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/17/2025 |
| Decision | 01/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.3(11)
Special Authority:
2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Lead Management Unit:
Columbine Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Special Area Management
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
San Juan National Forest
Districts:
Columbine Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
San Juan
Legal Land Description:
T. 40N., R. 8W., secs. 1; 12 to 15; 21; 22; 28; 29; 31; 32
T 39N., R. 8W., secs. 1; 6; 12; 13
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Rebecca Smith
367 Pearl Street
Bayfield, CO 81122
970-264-1520
rebecca.smith@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/17/2025