Demonstrate silvicultural methods to increase structural diversity in young, dense, even-age Douglas-fir stands in the Oregon Coast Range and characterize the effects of structural manipulation on stand development, biodiversity and productivity.
Location
Previously established Cataract, Wildcat, and Yachats diversity study sites.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/05/2006
2
Comment Period
05/05/2006
3
Decision
05/2007 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
09/2007 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Research And Development; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements |
| Siuslaw Thinning and Underplanting for Diversity Study - Phase II | Decision Signed Date: 05/18/2007 Legal Notice Date: 05/18/2007 |
| Forests | Siuslaw National Forest |
| Districts | Hebo Ranger District; Central Coast Ranger District/Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area |
| Legal Land Description | T.17S., R.10W., Sec 18; T.3S., R.9W., Secs 9 and 10; and T.15., R.11W., Sec 1 |