Decision Memo Completed

Disposal of Felled Hazard Trees in Developed Recreation Sites (2012 through 2016)

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Kittitas, Washington Cle Elum Ranger District

Commercially remove previously felled hazard trees at 17 campgrounds, 1 rental cabin, and 21 trailheads. Only logs in excess of down wood retention standards and restoration needs, and accessible from existing open roads would be removed and sold.

Location

All developed campgrounds, trailheads, and 1 rental cabin on the Cle Elum Ranger District.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/16/2012
2
Decision
12/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2016 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Products Sales
Ken Wilcox Horse Camp Hazard Tree ManagementDecision Signed Date: 12/15/2014
ForestsOkanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
DistrictsCle Elum Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSee table in supporting document.
Recreation managementFacility management