Aspen is shade intolerant and needs full sunlight for successful establishment and growth. This project proposes to remove competing conifers from within and immediately adjacent to aspen stands identified in the project area to maximize sun exposure
Location
sections 7 and 8 of T24N, R8E (Jacks Meadow Creek); section 36 of T24N, R7E; section 31 and 32 of T24N, R8E; and sections 3, 4, 7, 8, 17, and 18 of T23N, R8E (McFarland).
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
08/28/2018
2
Decision
06/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2019 (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; Species Habitat Improvements |
| Jacks Meadow Creek and McFarland Aspen Stand Improvement | Decision Signed Date: 06/20/2019 |
| Forests | Plumas National Forest |
| Districts | Mt. Hough Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |