We propose to complete winter harvest of approximately 2,500 acres of priority tamarack stands to enhance age class diversity and reduce the effects of insect and disease infestations.
Location
Treatments stands would be scattered across the Chippewa National Forest and Leech Lake Indian Reservation.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/02/2019
2
Decision
10/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2020 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3 (5) |
| Special Authority | Hfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green) |
| Tamarack Healthy Forests Restoration Act Project | Decision Signed Date: 10/11/2019 |
| Forests | Chippewa National Forest |
| Districts | Chippewa National Forest All Units |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |