Project designed to improve conditions for aspen stands in order to retain aspen on the landscape, enhance wildlife habitat, and reduce fuels. The project proposes to remove conifer to create openings around existing aspen stands, and reduce fuels.
Location
Project located in Umatilla County along the Western Route of the North Fork John Day Ranger District.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/14/2016
2
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green) |
| Popple Aspen Restoration Project | Decision Signed Date: 05/04/2017 |
| Forests | Umatilla National Forest |
| Districts | North Fork John Day Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 45 Range 30 East Sections 28, 29, 33, 32, 34; Township 55 Range 30 East Sections 4, 5, 18, 31; and Township 55 Range 29 East Sections 1, 12, 13, 24 |