Flat Top Fire Site Preparation and Reforestation Project
This project proposes site preparation cutting and reforestation on approximately 9,530 acres that experienced a high basal area loss of vegetation as a result of the Flat Top Fire.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Flat Top Fire planning area is located approximately 15 miles east of La Pine, Oregon and approximately 8 miles south of Newberry National Volcanic Monument.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 11/18/2025 |
| Decision | 5/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 4/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Lead Management Unit:
Bend/Fort Rock Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Current Status:
Unknown
Project Decision Information
Expected Decision Date: 5/2026 (Estimated)
States:
Oregon
Counties:
Lake
Emilie Bedard
c/o Bend/Fort Rock Ranger District
63095 Deschutes Market Rd
Bend, Oregon 97701
541-383-4769
emilie.bedard@usda.gov
Last Updated: 11/24/2025