Prescribed Fire Project
The Shawnee National Forest (SNF or the Forest) proposes to restore and maintain fire-adapted ecosystems and reduce wildfire risk by applying prescribed fire at a landscape level throughout the entire Forest.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Project would apply to the entire SNF, encompassing approximately 289,000 acres of NFS lands.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/01/2026 |
| Decision | 05/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Shawnee National Forest All Units
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); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Shawnee National Forest
Districts:
Shawnee National Forest All Units
States:
Illinois
Counties:
Alexander; Gallatin; Hardin; Jackson; Johnson; Massac; Pope; Pulaski; Saline; Union; Williamson
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jesse Riechman
50 Highway 145 South
Harrisburg, IL 62946
618-687-1731
jesse.riechman@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/29/2026