Lava Restoration Project
The Boise National Forest has published the Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact. The forest is currently accepting public comments on the project. The proposed activities address impacts from the 2024 Lava Fire by implementing hazard tree mitigation, salvage, reforestation/revegetation, recreation and access management, road/infrastructure maintenance/repairs, and range management activities.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project is located along the northwestern boundary of the Boise National Forest and is about 50 miles north of Boise, Idaho on the west side of the Emmet Ranger District.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 11/20/2024 |
| Comment Period | 04/09/2025 |
| Decision | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Boise National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Fuels Management; Watershed Management; Road Management
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Trail Management; Road Maintenance; Grazing Structural Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Boise National Forest
Districts:
Emmett Ranger District
States:
Idaho
Counties:
Gem; Valley
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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David Francomb
1249 S. Vinnell Way, Suite 200
Boise, ID 83709
970-963-2266 ext. 3136
david.francomb@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/29/2025