Decision Memo Completed

Trail Creek Grassland Conifer Removal

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest Beaverhead, Montana Wisdom Ranger District

We seek to improve riparian vegetation structure and composition in the Trail Creek area, proactively removing expanding conifers in this area would ensure this valuable riparian shrub/willow component is maintained and allowed to improve overtime.

Location

Approximately 15 miles west of Wisdom, MT

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/04/2018
2
Decision
01/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2020 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
Trail Creek Grassland Conifer RemovalDecision Signed Date: 01/23/2020
ForestsBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
DistrictsWisdom Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants