Bonita and Midnight Wildfire Reforestation
The purpose of this project is to move the Bonita and Midnight wildfire scars toward desired conditions to eventually provide wood products. The Carson NF has identified about 4,450 acres of potential reforestation in these areas.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Bonita is north of the Vallecitos community off Forest Rd. 42. Midnight is north of the El Rito community off Forest Rd. 44.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/03/2025 |
| Decision | 04/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 04/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
El Rito Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Carson National Forest
Districts:
El Rito Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Rio Arriba
Legal Land Description:
Bonita - T27N R7E Sec. 1-4, 10-14, 23-25; T27N R8E Sec. 7-8, 17-20, 29-30; T28N R7E Sec. 33-36
Midnight - T25N R7E Sec. 3-10; T26N R7E Sec. 27-34
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James Arciniega
P.O. Box 56
El Rito, NM 87530
530-629-2118
james.arciniega@usda.gov
Last Updated: 3/3/2025