Modoc Wildland Interface Fuels Reduction Project - Phase 1 Fort Bidwell Electrical Substation
Summary
SCH Number
2026010017
Public Agency
Modoc Resource Conservation District
Document Title
Modoc Wildland Interface Fuels Reduction Project - Phase 1 Fort Bidwell Electrical Substation
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/2/2026
Document Description
The project involves implementation of hazardous fuels reduction and vegetation management on approximately 27 acres of Tribal and non-Tribal lands surrounding the Fort Bidwell Electrical Substation. Activities include manual and mechanical thinning, mastication, chipping, and limited pile burning to reduce hazardous vegetative fuels, improve defensible space, and enhance wildfire resilience. No grading, excavation, or new construction is proposed. All work will be conducted using best management practices to prevent erosion and avoid impacts to biological, cultural, or water resources.
Contact Information
Name
Michael Colbert
Agency Name
Modoc Resource Conservation District
Job Title
Projects Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Unincorporated Area
Counties
Modoc
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
County Road 1
Total Acres
27
Township
46N
Range
16E
Section
20
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 4, CCR Section 15304 Minor Alterations to Land or Vegetation (i) Fuels Management
Reasons for Exemption
The project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15304, Class 4 – Minor Alterations to Land, which applies to minor alterations in the condition of land and vegetation that do not involve the removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees. The project consists of limited vegetation management and fuels reduction activities designed to reduce wildfire risk and improve public safety. Activities will not result in the taking of endangered, rare, or threatened species; will not cause erosion, sedimentation, or conversion of forestland or farmland; and will not create significant environmental effects. The project does not trigger any exceptions under CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2.
County Clerk
Modoc
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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