The purpose of this project is to improve and maintain the shrub and grass/forb communities, and provide important wildlife habitat by deterring the encroachment of conifers (pinyon, juniper, and Douglas fir.
Location
The project is located on the west side of the South Unit of the Duchesne/Roosevelt Ranger District of the Ashley National Forest, approximately 20 miles southwest of Duchesne Utah.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/28/2018
2
Decision
06/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2018 (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 | Species Habitat Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements |
| Avintaquin Lop and Scatter Project | Decision Signed Date: 06/22/2018 |
| Forests | Ashley National Forest |
| Districts | Duchesne Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |