Silver Creek Wildlife Area Hazardous Fuel Reduction Project

The Silver Creek Wildlife Area Hazardous Fuel Reduction Project, managed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife through its Region 1 Timberland Conservation and Fire Resiliency Program, involves the removal of post-fire woody debris across approximately 1260 acres in Lassen County, California. Located near Eagleville, the project focuses on reducing wildfire risk and enhancing environmental protection by cutting down standing dead trees and utilizing mechanical equipment to pile woody debris. This debris will either be pile burned on-site or chipped and transported off-site, though certain post-fire snags will be preserved to maintain wildlife habitat. The project is classified under NAICS code 115310 and is currently listed as a forecast with a filing date of December 16, 2025. It has been granted categorical exemptions under the California Environmental Quality Act CEQA Guidelines Sections 15304 and 15308 for minor land alterations and regulatory agency actions for environmental protection. Teresa Spade serves as the primary environmental scientist and lead agency contact for the project.