Hubert Eaton Scout Reservation Fuel Reduction Project
Summary
SCH Number
2019058110
Public Agency
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
(CAL FIRE)
Document Title
Hubert Eaton Scout Reservation Fuel Reduction Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
5/7/2019
Document Description
This project is located in a mixed conifer-oak woodland forest and chaparral community in the San Bernardino mountains. Ponderosa Pine, white fir, incense cedar, and black oak are the main tree species. Shrub species include a variety of ceanothus, manzanita, and other shrub species. The project is approximately 2,431 acres and is located on the Hubert Eaton Scout Reservation property near Lake Arrowhead at an elevation of about 5,500 feet. This project will reduce wildfire risk by
reducing the hazardous fuels.
*See NOE for full details.
Contact Information
Name
Henry Herrera
Agency Name
CAL FIRE
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
San Bernardino
Township
2N
Range
2W
Section
19,30
Base
SBB&M
Other Location Info
T02N, R03W, Section 23, 24, SBBM
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15304
Reasons for Exemption
This project meets the requirements of Class 4 Categorical Exemption (Minor Alterations to Land), 15304. Class 4 consists of minor public or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation which do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees except for forestry and agricultural purposes. This project as proposed, consists of mastication, tracked chipping, crew work and piling and burning of vegetation and does not remove healthy, mature, or scenic trees·. These activities are best described as minor in scope.
*See NOD for full details.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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