Fire Breaks and Access Roads Aerial photographs of the canyon areas have revealed old construction roads in the canyon areas. These old roads could provide an effective fire break and provide fire department access if properly maintained. The roads are now being restored with the use of a bulldozer. At this time, approximately seven miles of fire breaks and access roads have been restored. We are finding the use of heavy equipment in the hands of an experienced operator can do a great deal of work in a short time.
Costs are economical considering the amount of work that can be done in a short time.
This program will be expanded next year. An unforeseen outcrop of the fuel modification programs is new walking trails for the citizens. Many compliments have been received from citizens that can walk trails now on the hillsides close to their homes. Rabbit, deer, birds and other animals are often seen up close because of these new trails.