This project would involve cutting dwarf mistletoe infected trees along roadways to improve forest health. The project would also help reduce fire hazard and would provide additional firewood collection opportunities to the public.
Location
The project area runs along roadways in the western portion of the Flaming Gorge Ranger District (west of State Highway 44 in Daggett and Summit Counties, UT).
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
08/12/2022
2
Decision
09/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2022 (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 |
| D1 Roadside Sanitation Project | Decision Signed Date: 09/02/2022 |
| Forests | Ashley National Forest |
| Districts | Flaming Gorge Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |