Commercial thinning of 60-80 yr old plantations to reduce inter-tree competition and susceptibility to abnormal levels of bark beetle infestation. Stands are currently exibiting initial increases in bark beetle infestation levels.
Location
South side of Log Springs Ridge in the vicinity of Log Springs fire station, about 15 miles west-southwest of Paskenta. Located in Sacramento River Basin.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/06/2012
2
Comment Period
04/23/2012
3
Decision
06/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
11/2016 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green) |
| Log Springs Commercial Thinning | Decision Signed Date: 06/28/2012 |
| Forests | Mendocino National Forest |
| Districts | Grindstone Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Sec 29 R23N R8W MDBM |