BLM seeks public input for the hazardous fuels treatment
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CARSON CITY, Nev. - The Bureau of Land Management, Sierra Front Field Office, has prepared a Preliminary Environmental Assessment (PEA) to analyze the impacts of conducting 18 acres of hazardous fuels treatment in the area of Geiger Summit, in Storey County, Nevada. The project is on BLM administered land directly adjacent to the Virginia Highlands, an extensive wildland-urban interface containing numerous residences. The project is part of a nation-wide initiative to help protect communities considered at high risk from wildfire damage. Public comments will be accepted through October 4, 2019.
The proposed action includes cutting brush and pinyon and juniper trees and potentially utilizing pile prescribed fire on up to 18 acres to reduce crown fire potential and associated ember production below Nevada State Route 341, a strategic location to keep fire from spreading into the Virginia Highlands from the watershed below, and adjacent to residences on Graves Road, resulting in enhanced public and firefighter safety and reduced risk of wildfire damage to area residences.
The 14-day review period begins September 20. During the 14-day review period, the Sierra Front Field Office welcomes the submission of any comments, data or information related potential issues, impacts and alternatives that should be addressed in the EA. BLM will issue a decision following the 14-day review period.
A copy of the PEA and other documents are available on-line at:
https://go.usa.gov/xVQwA or at the Carson City District Office at address below.
For more information contact Tim Roide, Supervisory Fire Management Specialist, 5665 Morgan Mill Rd, Carson City, Nevada 89701, 775-885-6000. Comments can also be emailed to troide@blm.gov.
Privacy notice: before including address, phone number, email-address, or any other personal identifying information in your comments, be advised that your entire comment, including personal identifying information, may be made publicly available at any time. While individuals may request that the BLM withhold personal identifying information from public view, the BLM cannot guarantee it will be able to do so. If you wish us to withhold your personal information you must state this prominently at the beginning of your comment. We will make all submissions from organizations or businesses, available for public disclosure in their entirety.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.