Mt. Havalia/Turback Creek Phase 2 Fuel Break
Summary
SCH Number
2008018175
Public Agency
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
(CAL FIRE)
Document Title
Mt. Havalia/Turback Creek Phase 2 Fuel Break
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/23/2008
Document Description
The objective of this project is to construct a defensible fuel break ~3 miles long along the south and east sides of Tuolumne City. This fuel break will be ~3 miles long and 300' wide. 168 acres are planned for treatment. Treatment consists of mechanically shredding (masticating) and hand cutting/piling of brush and small trees. Residual trees will be pruned to a height of 8'. Piles of brush will be burned after sufficient drying time. All overstory trees will be retained. Target spacing for trees and vegetation is the same as published in the guidelines (Make Your Home Fire Safe) for creating defensible space around structures.
Contact Information
Name
Alan Peters
Agency Name
Cal Fire
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Tuolumne
Other Location Info
Tuolumne City
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15308
Reasons for Exemption
Burning will be conducted in accordance with a valid county burn permit. Research of available data and consultation with DFG did not reveal the presence of any plant or animal species likely to be adversely affected by this project. A confidential archaeological report was prepared by a professional archaeologist which contains provisions for protection of cultural resources. No watercourses or water facilities will be adversely impacted by this project.
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