Commercial free thinning of 2 mixed pine-hardwood stands to improve the health and vigor of the residual trees. The stands are predominantly White pine and oak that are overstocked. Post-harvest activities include monitoring and treatment for NNIS.
Location
The Project Area is approximately 4 air miles west-southwest of the city of Pulaski. The project straddles the Pulaski and Wythe County lines southwest of Gatewood Reservoir.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
01/05/2017
2
Decision
02/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2017 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 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; Species Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Timber Sales (Green) |
| Caseknife Commercial Thinning Project Decision Memo | Decision Signed Date: 02/21/2017 |
| Forests | George Washington and Jefferson National Forest |
| Districts | Eastern Divide Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |