Wildlife habitat improvement project targeting the removal of encroaching confifers (pinyon, juniper, and Douglas fir), located on the South Unit of the Ashley National Forest. Treatment would be done through mechanical means using chainsaws.
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
11/27/2019
2
Decision
02/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2020 (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; Species Habitat Improvements |
| Badlands Lop and Scatter Project | Decision Signed Date: 02/03/2020 |
| Forests | Ashley National Forest |
| Districts | Duchesne Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |