This project proses to conduct aerial mating disruptor treatments to Slow the Spread of the Gypsy Moth on approximately 20,896 acres of comingled federal and private lands in five treatment blocks within Smyth and Wythe Counties, Virginia.
Location
Treatment blocks are in Smyth and Wythe counties near the Town of Marion.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/23/2021
2
Comment Period
02/23/2021
3
Objection Period Start
04/05/2021
4
Decision
05/2021 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
06/2021 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| 2021 Gypsy Moth Slow the Spread Project | Decision Signed Date: 05/29/2021 |
| Forests | George Washington and Jefferson National Forest |
| Districts | Mount Rogers National Recreation Area |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |