The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service's Form FS-7700-40 serves as a pivotal application for entities seeking permission for non-federal commercial use of roads that are restricted by orders, reflecting the service's meticulous approach to managing access and activity within national forest lands. Established under the authority of significant legislative acts from 1914, 1950, 1960, and 1964, the form embodies a structured process designed to ensure that proposed uses align with sustainable forest management principles and safety requirements. Applicants must provide detailed information including the purpose of use, such as hauling logs or other materials, and describe the roads or segments thereof they intend to use. This form also solicits data on the usage schedule, types of trucks, and loading techniques to be employed, alongside plans for any future use not covered in the current application. The completion of this form triggers a review by the District Ranger, who assesses the road's adaptability for the proposed use, the need for improvements to facilitate the additional traffic safely, and provides recommendations crucial for decision-making regarding the issuance of the hauling permit. This thorough vetting process underscores the Forest Service's dedication to preserving the integrity of forest roadways while accommodating necessary commercial activities. Moreover, the form includes reminders about the burden of response as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and adherence to anti-discrimination policies, emphasizing a commitment to inclusivity and efficiency in public service. Through these provisions, the FS-7700-40 form functions as a critical instrument in balancing commercial interests with environmental stewardship and public safety.
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| Form Name | Form Fs 7700 40 |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | 2006, fs 7700 0040, FS-7700-40, FSM |
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NOTE: This report is authorized by Acts of June 10, 1914; April 24, 1950; June 12, 1960, and October 13, 1964 (USC 478,572,530 and
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2. DESCRIPTION AND MILEAGE OF ROAD(S) OR ROAD SEGMENT(S) TO BE USED (as shown on attached map)
3. PURPOSE OF USE
HAULING LOGS OR LUMBER |
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SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT
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REPORT ON APPLICATION
(To Be Completed By District Ranger)
1.GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND ADAPTABILITY OF ROAD(S) FOR PROPOSED USE. (Show road(s) on 1/2" Forest Transportation Map)
2.IMPROVEMENTS FOR BETTERMENT WORK NEEDED ON ROAD(S) TO SAFELY ACCOMMODATE THE ADDITIONAL TRAFFIC
3.IMPROVEMENTS OR BETTERMENT WORK DESIRED
4.RECOMMENDATION OR COMMENTS (Include any factors which might affect the granting of the hauling permit or future use of the road(s).)
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Burden and Privacy Act Statements
According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, an agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a valid OMB control number. The valid OMB control number for this information collection is
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center at
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC
The Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a) and the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552) govern the confidentiality to be provided for information received by the Forest Service.
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