Pine Creek Wildlife Area Hazardous Fuel Reduction Project

The Pine Creek Wildlife Area Hazardous Fuel Reduction Project, managed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, focuses on reducing detrimental wildfire impacts near Alturas in Modoc County. The scope of work includes the removal of juniper across approximately 250 acres, specifically targeting areas within meadows and within 200 feet of streams. Additionally, the project will implement prescriptive and cultural fire treatments across most of the property at various intervals. The project is classified under NAICS code 115310 and is governed by a Notice of Exemption dated December 4, 2025, citing CEQA Guidelines for minor land alterations and environmental protection. Key operational constraints include a prohibition on the removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees and a requirement that no construction activities take place. All work must be performed without causing environmental degradation, significant erosion, or the taking of rare, endangered, or threatened species. The primary point of contact for the project is Environmental Scientist Teresa Spade.