Decision Memo Completed

26. Round Meadow Encroachment Removal and Thinning

Fremont-Winema National Forest Klamath, Oregon Chemult Ranger District

Remove lodgepole pine encroachment and thin small trees (<7" dbh) around meadow edges and adjacent uplands on 170 acres. Benefits include increased grass, forb and shrub productivity.

Location

North end of Chemult Ranger District, Klamath County, Oregon

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/09/2003
2
Decision
01/2006 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2006 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Round Meadow Encroachment Removal and Thinning ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/09/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26S, R9E, Section 11
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)