Fell the conifers competing with aspen in 5 stands by hand thinning. Each stand is unique, but cumulatively approximately 120 small (less than 16" dbh)cedars and firs would be cut. Small material piled and burned/chipped, large material left on site.
Location
In Tenmile subwatershed, along Tenmile Road (FR 13S09).
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/26/2015
2
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2017 (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 |
| TENMILE ASPEN RESTORATION PROJECT | Decision Signed Date: 07/06/2017 |
| Forests | Sequoia National Forest |
| Districts | Hume Lake Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T13-14S, R28E, MDB&M |