Russell Valley Fuels Reduction
Manual and mechanical fuels treatment, as well as prescribed fire for the benefit of forest health, wildfire resilience, hydrological function and resiliency to climate change.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Russell Valley is a high use area northeast of the town of Truckee, CA and the project area is entirely within the Wildland Urban Interface defense and threat zone.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 09/13/2024 |
| Decision | 04/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.3 (9)
Special Authority:
Hfra Title Vi: Wildfire Resilience Ce
Lead Management Unit:
Truckee Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Russell Valley Fuels Reduction
Decision Signed Date: 04/24/2025
Forests:
Tahoe National Forest
Districts:
Truckee Ranger District
States:
California
Counties:
Nevada; Sierra
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jonathan Cook fisher
10811 Stockrest Springs Road
Truckee, CA 96161
530-587-3558
jonathan.fisher@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/24/2025