Noncommercial thinning of small trees in stands that were previously harvested and have densely regenerated. Thinning will increase tree health and vigor, and reduce the risk of mountain pine beetle caused mortality and large fires in the future.
Location
Across the Ninemile and Missoula Ranger Districts
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/24/2010
2
Comment Period
11/24/2010
3
Decision
02/2011 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
06/2011 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Ninemile Missoula Small Tree Thinning Project | Decision Signed Date: 02/03/2011 |
| Forests | Lolo National Forest |
| Districts | Missoula Ranger District; Ninemile Ranger District |