The purpose of the project is to address forest health and fuel concerns on NFS lands. Commercial timber harvest is proposed to reduce the density of the stands to increase growth, vigor and the capacity to survive natural disturbances.
Location
The project is located approximately 15 miles northeast of Sundance, WY in the Table Mountain area.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/30/2016
2
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2017 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3 (5) |
| Special Authority | Hfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green) |
| Table Mountain Forest Health Project | Decision Signed Date: 06/30/2017 |
| Forests | Black Hills National Forest |
| Districts | Bearlodge Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T53N R62W Sections 1 and 2 |