Sentinel Fuelbreak Project
The proposed action is to create and maintain shaded fuelbreaks that modify or remove vegetation to promote safe and effective firefighting in and around the wildland urban interfaces of Silver City and Pinos Altos, NM
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Project is located around Silver City, Little Walnut, and Pinos Altos, NM
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/15/2025 |
| Decision | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 10/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.3(11)
Special Authority:
2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Lead Management Unit:
Silver City Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Gila National Forest
Districts:
Silver City Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Grant
Legal Land Description:
Sec. 3, 4, 8-10, 17-20, and 29 T. 17 S. R. 14 W., Sec. 25, 26, 29, and 30-34 T. 16 S. R. 14 W., and Sec. 28-30 T. 16 S. R. 13 W
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Daniel London
3005 E. Camino del Bosque
Silver City, NM 88061
575-388-8201
daniel.london@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/15/2025