Forty-Niner Gold
Implement a combination of treatments to construct fuel breaks and remove hazard trees across approximately 3,000 acres of NFS lands along 35 miles of roads throughout the YRRD to mitigate the risk of wildfire to protect nearby communities.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Project is north and east of Downieville along Highway 49 and NFS Road 93 and north of Bassetts on Gold Lakes Highway.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/27/2025 |
| Decision | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.3(11)
Special Authority:
2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Lead Management Unit:
Yuba River Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Tahoe National Forest
Districts:
Yuba River Ranger District; Sierraville Ranger District
States:
California
Counties:
Sierra; Yuba
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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John Brokaw
15924 Highway 49
Camptonville, CA 95922
530-478-6187
john.brokaw@usda.gov
Last Updated: 3/31/2025