FY24/25 Collaborative Prescribed Fire Project
Project proposes to reduce buildup of hazardous fuels, improve wildlife habitat, and promote native tree species through application of prescribed fire.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Bald Knob area falls between Bald Knob Cross and Seminary Fork Creek just west of Alto Pass, and the Bean Ridge area lies between Route 3 and Grapevine Trail.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/31/2024 |
| Decision | 04/2025 (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:
Shawnee National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Project Decision Information
FY24/25 Collaborative Prescribed Fire Project
Decision Signed Date: 04/28/2025
Forests:
Shawnee National Forest
Districts:
Shawnee National Forest All Units
States:
Illinois
Counties:
Jackson
Legal Land Description:
T 11S R2W Sections 8, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22; T 14S R2W Sections 19, 20, 21, 28, 29, 30, 31; T 14S R3W Sections 24, 25, 26, 36
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Jesse Riechman
50 Highway 145 South
Harrisburg, IL 62946
618-687-1731
jesse.riechman@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/30/2026