This project would reduce post-fire tree mortality of Douglas-fir seed trees in the Timber Bench Seed Orchard by applying the anti-aggregating bark beetle pheromone methylcyclohexenone (MCH) in the seed orchard to prevent insect damage.
Location
Site is accessed from Wright Creek Road about 10 miles from Highway 138 at 2600 feet on Road 4711-015.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/11/2021
2
Decision
03/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2021 (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 | Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Timber Bench Seed Orchard MCH Application | Decision Signed Date: 03/18/2021 |
| Forests | Umpqua National Forest |
| Districts | North Umpqua Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 26S Range 10W Section 14, Willamette Meridian |