Deep Refuge Restoration Project, Phase I
Increase habitat quality for mule deer, etc. Improve forest resilience to natural disturbances including wildfire. Reduce chance of catastrophic wildfire. Increase ability to control wildfires that may occur. Protect energy infrastructure.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Approximately 11,493 acres approximately 14 miles south of Tionesta, CA; 1,361 acres in Phase I.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/06/2023 |
| Decision | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2025 (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:
Big Valley Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Fuels Management; Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Deep Refuge Restoration Project, Phase I
Decision Signed Date: 09/10/2025
Forests:
Modoc National Forest
Districts:
Big Valley Ranger District
States:
California
Counties:
Modoc
Legal Land Description:
Mount Diablo Meridian, Modoc and Siskiyou Counties, California:
T. 41 N, R. 4 E,
secs. 1, 12 and 13.
T. 41 N, R. 5 E,
secs. 1 thru 8, and secs. 17 thru 19.
T. 42 N, R. 5 E,
secs. 20 thru 36.
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Zachary Craft
P.O. Box 159
Adin, CA 96006
(530) 233-5811
comments-pacificsouthwest-modoc-big-valley@usda.gov
Last Updated: 9/10/2025