Mt Shasta Fish Hatchery Hazardous Fuel Reduction Project

The Mt. Shasta Fish Hatchery Hazardous Fuel Reduction Project is a fuel management initiative managed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 1. Located at 3 North Old Stage Road in Mount Shasta, California, the project aims to mitigate wildfire risks through targeted vegetation management. The scope of work involves using hand tools to remove overgrown native and invasive brush, woody vines, and dead or dying trees. To prevent disease and overcrowding, small-diameter conifer saplings and sprouts with a diameter of less than 8 inches at breast height will be removed, while larger healthy trees will be pruned up to a height of 10 feet from the ground. All dead woody material generated during these activities will be managed through chipping, pile burning, or removal from the site. The project has been granted a Notice of Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, specifically under Class 4 and Class 8, which recognizes the work as minor land alterations and regulatory actions intended for environmental protection. While the specific contract value and period of performance are not listed in the current forecast, the project is categorized under NAICS code 561730. The primary point of contact for this environmental initiative is Teresa Spade, an Environmental Scientist with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.