General Sherman Ecological Restoration Project
Prescribed burning on approximately 8,700 acres to re-introduce fire in the General Sherman landscape to improve forest health, fire resiliency, and wildlife habitat. Hand thinning for aspen restoration and preparation for prescribed burning.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
South Fork American River Watershed in the vicinity of Silver Fork of the American River and portions of Alder Ridge. Bounded by Silver Fork Road on the east and Iron Mountain Road on the south.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/18/2018 |
| Decision | 03/2019 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 10/2019 (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:
Eldorado National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Watershed Management; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
General Sherman Ecological Restoration Project
Decision Signed Date: 03/05/2019
Forests:
Eldorado National Forest
Districts:
Placerville Ranger District
States:
California
Counties:
El Dorado
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Dana Walsh
100 Forni Road
Placerville, CA 95667
530-333-5558
danawalsh@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 3/6/2019