The purpose of this project is to conserve and maintain viable whitebark pine populations. This project will modify species composition, forest structure, and stand density as needed to improve the overall resilience of this forested area.
Location
This project is located approximately 35 miles southwest of Paisley, Oregon in Klamath County. The project area occurs at 6,900 feet elevation on Green Mountain on Paisley Ranger District.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
07/03/2017
2
Decision
11/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2018 (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 | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Green Mountain Whitebark Pine Restoration | Decision Signed Date: 11/13/2017 |
| Forests | Fremont-Winema National Forest |
| Districts | Paisley Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T. 34 S., R. 15 E., SEC. 16, 21-23, and 27-28 |