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Current Fire Restrictions

 

2003 BAER: Aerial Seeding and Straw Mulching
From mid-July to late-August 2003, the U.S. Forest Service will conduct a second phase of Burned Area Emergency Rehabilitation (BAER) activities in specific geographic areas throughout the Hayman Fire burn area.

Partial Re-Opening of Hayman Burn Area!
 For the latest information about roads and trails opening in the Hayman fire area.

Closure of Hayman - 
Impacted campgrounds considered  More>>

Camping Safety Reminder
When camping this summer, be aware of your surroundings. Set up camp away from dead trees that can fall over in high winds. Photo

Morel Mushroom Gathering  More>>

HAYMAN BURN  VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Information on volunteer assistance is being coordinated by the Coalition for the Upper South Platte (CUSP). If you would like to offer your help or learn of opportunities this year, please call the office at 1-800-420-9110 (719-788-0033) or, you can sign up on the internet at http://www.uppersouthplatte.org

 

Quick Facts - 
Location: North of Lake George involving Park, Jefferson, Douglas and Teller Counties.
Lat: 39° 2' 59"  Long: 105° 25' 45"
Date of Origin: 6/8/02, reported at 4 PM MDT
Size: 137,760 acres
Cause: Human Caused
Contained: 7/2/2002
Controlled:  7/18/2002
Structures Lost: 600
-Residences: 133
-Commercial: 1
-Outbuildings: 466
Cost to Date: $39,100,000
NOTE:  The Hayman fire is the largest in Colorado's history.

Interesting Notes...

The Hayman fire was named for "Hayman" site near Tappan Gulch, at the fire's origin.
 

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map - showing the areas of the Hayman Burn IntensityNot only was the Hayman fire the largest in Colorado history, but it was also one of the most severe with respect to burn intensity.  The fire grew rapidly and burned 'hotter' destroying structures, vegetation and wildlife in its path.  The map (left) shows the burn area and the 'burn severity' of various areas of the Hayman fire. Click on the image for a larger map.

 

 

 

 

 

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