The ANF proposes proactive treatment to reduce tree mortality of high-value oaks from the invasive GSOB by spraying the boles and larger branches with Carbaryl to slow dominant canopy tree mortality. Recreation sites will be closed during treatment.
Location
T 6N, R 14W Sec 17
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/28/2018
2
Decision
02/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
02/2019 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3); 32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Goldspotted Oak Borer (GSOB) Insecticide Treatment Project | Decision Signed Date: 02/22/2019 |
| Forests | Angeles National Forest |
| Districts | Los Angeles River; Santa Clara/Mojave Rivers |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |