Lower Bridge Fuels Reduction & Habitat Resiliency Project
Developing project to reduce fuels in the Lower Bridge area of the Crooked River National Grassland in response to the Wildfire Crisis Strategy (WCS). Work will primarily involve juniper thinning followed by piling/burning, and native shrub planting.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
West of the Deschutes River and south of Graham Road in the westernmost segment of the Grassland
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/08/2024 |
| Decision | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2025 (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:
Crooked River Natl Grassland
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Lower Bridge Fuels Reduction & Habitat Resiliency Project
Decision Signed Date: 05/02/2025
Forests:
Ochoco National Forest
Districts:
Crooked River Natl Grassland
States:
Oregon
Counties:
Jefferson
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Elizabeth Peer
813 S.W. Hwy. 97
Madras, OR 97741
541-416-6463
Elizabeth.Peer@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/2/2025