This project proposes to replant patches of mountain mahogany, a native species to the area. Patches would likely be 5 %u2013 10 acres in size in the most suitable site. This project would also construct a fence around a natural spring in the area.
Location
Watkins Butte is located in the southeast corner of the Bend - Fort Rock Ranger District, east of Watkins Butte Road, Forest Road 2315-300.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/14/2017
2
Decision
04/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2018 (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 | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements |
| Watkins Butte Habitat Improvement | Decision Signed Date: 04/11/2018 |
| Forests | Deschutes National Forest |
| Districts | Bend/Fort Rock Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |