Sixteen Springs Mastication
The Forest Service proposes to mechanically treat 667 acres to improve wildlife habitat and reduce fuel laddering stands. The proposed mastication will target removal of smaller and younger trees less than 9 inches in diameter that have developed.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
The proposed treatment area will be located four miles southeast of 16 Springs community. The treatment area is accessible by National Forest systems Road 175. Staging will take place on the pullout of James Ridge Lookout.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/21/2022 |
| Decision | 04/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2022 (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:
Sacramento Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements
Project Decision Information
Sixteen Springs Mastication
Decision Signed Date: 04/14/2022
Forests:
Lincoln National Forest
Districts:
Sacramento Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Otero
Legal Land Description:
T.15 S R.14 E Section 28,29,32,33
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Joe Kimble
P.O. Box 288
Cloudcroft, NM 88317
575-682-5347
joe.kimble@usda.gov
Last Updated: 10/6/2022