These previously harvested stands are overstocked with seedling and sapling conifer species. Stocking levels range from approximately 800 to over 4000 stems per acre. High tree densities increase competition for available resources. See Scoping Ltr.
Location
Please see Maps and Tables in Scoping letter
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
2
Decision
05/2015 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2015 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Decision Memo | Decision Signed Date: 05/06/2015 |
| Forests | Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest |
| Districts | Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units |
| Legal Land Description | Please see Maps and Tables in Scoping letter |