Decision Memo Completed

Hemlock Wooly Adelgid Suppression Project

Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests Schuyler; Seneca, New York Hector Ranger District

Application of biological and chemical control measures to control the spreading infestation of hemlock wooly adelgid and reduce the chances of widespread hemlock mortality in areas of high hemlock density across the Forest.

Location

Towns of Lodi, Covert and Hector

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/16/2015
2
Decision
04/2015 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2015 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Hemlock Wooly Adelgid Suppression ProjectDecision Signed Date: 04/01/2015
ForestsGreen Mountain And Finger Lakes National Forests
DistrictsHector Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)