Decision Memo Completed

Patroon 1st Thinning Project

National Forests and Grasslands in Texas Sabine; Shelby, Texas National Forests In Texas All Units

Approximately 2,683 acres of dense pine stands exist on the Sabine National Forest in the Patroon First Thinning project area. These predominately loblolly pine stands are approximately 20 to 40 years old and have a current BA are of 150 to 200

Location

The Patroon First Thinning Project is located north of FM1279, Hwy 87 & FM276 and South of FM139 & FM3184 in Shelby County

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
10/29/2020
2
Decision
02/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Patroon 1st Thinning ProjectDecision Signed Date: 02/04/2022
ForestsNational Forests In Texas
DistrictsSabine Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Forest products