Snowball Project
The purpose of the Snowball Project is to address the safety risk caused by hazard trees along open National Forest System (NFS) roads and trails in an efficient and economic manner and restore portions of the landscape affected by fire.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project is located on West Mountain within the Lava Fire perimeter.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 11/20/2024 |
| Decision | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special Authority:
National Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Lead Management Unit:
Boise National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Fuels Management; Road Management
Project Activity:
Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Salvage)
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Boise National Forest
Districts:
Cascade Ranger District
States:
Idaho
Counties:
Valley
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Christopher Bentley
1249 S. Vinnell Way, Suite 200
Boise, ID 83709
971-322-9438
christopher.w.bentley@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/30/2025