Emergency Control of Spanish Broom in the Garnet Fire Area
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Project area is along a ~3-mile stretch of the 10S24 road at Ross Crossing along Dinkey Creek, approximately 3 miles SW of the McKinley Grove of giant sequoias. It includes portions of Township 10 South, Range 26 East, Sections 10, 15, and 14. The Spanish broom infestation consists of six discrete polygons that cover approximately 20 acres. A 45-foot buffer applied to each polygon. Total treatment area including the 45-foot buffer is approximately 30 acres.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| NEPA Start Date | 6/2/2026 |
| Finding/Decision Date | 7/24/2026 |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Categorical Exclusion:
USDA-47d-USFS
Lead Management Unit:
HIGH SIERRA RANGER DISTRICT
Project Purpose:
Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Project Decision Information
Decision Signed Date: 7/24/2026
States:
California
Counties:
Fresno
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John Polisar
c/o HIGH SIERRA RANGER DISTRICT
29688 Auberry Rd.
P.O. Box 559
Prather, California 93651
559-297-0706
john.polisar@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/24/2026