Decision Memo Completed

Forest Wide Aspen Restoration

Lincoln National Forest Chaves; Eddy; Lincoln; Otero, New Mexico Smokey Bear Ranger District

The Lincoln National Forest (LNF) is proposing to authorize a forest wide approach to managing aspen stands. This project will improve the viability of existing aspen stands, and restore stands to suitable areas.

Location

Aspen stands on the Lincoln National Forest.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/11/2018
2
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (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; Species Population Enhancements
Forest Wide Aspen RestorationDecision Signed Date: 10/23/2018
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSmokey Bear Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants