Lake Mead National Recreation Area (Nevada) is set to burn piles of previously cut vegetation as a hazardous fuel reduction measure in two different locations the week of January 16.
According to the park’s press release, the first project in the old Hemenway Campground will complete approximately 7 acres of piles accumulated from hazardous fuels projects from the Boulder Beach Area.
The project will be visible to travelers on Lakeshore Road, Boulder City, Lake Las Vegas, residents and visitors at Lake Mead RV Village, Alan Bible Visitor Center, Boulder Beach Campground, and surrounding areas near Boulder Beach. It is planned to start on January 17 and be completed in one day.
The second project, Rogers Spring, is situated just off Northshore Road three miles west of Stewart’s Point and about 9 miles north of Echo Bay. The Rogers Spring Project will treat approximately 3-acres of dried vegetation piles remaining from the park’s Resources Management team’s habitat restoration project. The burning will reduce the risk of unwanted human-caused fires and allow nutrients to naturally cycle back into the ecosystem.
The release highlighted that the Rogers Spring Parking Area will be closed starting 6:00 a.m. on January 18 until 5:00 pm January 19, as a safety measure for visitors. Additionally, smoke may be visible to travelers on Northshore Road and visitors to the northern section of the park.
Visitors may see smoke, active fire, and firefighters during these burns, and are asked to drive slowly and follow all firefighter instructions. Smoke impacts are expected to be minimal and short-lived.
Just a heads up if you’re heading to the Lake Mead National Recreation Area in Nevada next week: they’re planning a controlled burn to reduce dangerous fuel. It’ll cover about 7 acres, so keep an eye out for the fire if you’re in the area. Stay safe, and enjoy your visit!