This project will involve the use of crews with chainsaws to cut and leave Phase I and II (Less than 100 years old) pinyon-Juniper trees to restore sagebrush and mountain brush communities.
Location
The project is located on the northern portions of the White Pine Range, approximately 30 miles west of Ely, Nevada
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/10/2017
2
Decision
07/2018 (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 |
| Sagebrush Habitat Restoration Project | Decision Signed Date: 07/02/2018 |
| Forests | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Districts | Ely Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |