This project involves the cutting of pinyon and juniper trees that are invading the mountain brush habitats in Duck Creek basin on the west side of the Schell Creek Mountain Range. This treatment will retain and enhance the sagebrush-grass community.
Location
The project area is located approximately twelve miles northeast of Ely, Nevada in the Schell Creek range, White Pine County, Nevada.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/30/2012
2
Comment Period
11/02/2012
3
Decision
02/2013 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
05/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements |
| Worthington Canyon Sage Steppe Restoration Project | Decision Signed Date: 02/01/2013 Legal Notice Date: 02/08/2013 |
| Forests | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Districts | Ely Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 65E, Range 17N, Sections 8, 17, and 20 |