Decision Memo Completed

East Elkhorn Thinning

Ashley National Forest Duchesne, Utah Duchesne Ranger District

Thinning up to 7-inch diameter at breast height (DBH) trees from lodgepole pine stands across 796 roadside acres. The purpose of the project is to improve forest health and reduce the risk of undesirable wildfires.

Location

East end of the Elkhorn Loop Road on the Duchesne-Roosevelt Ranger District

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/17/2025
2
Decision
11/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2026 (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 ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
East Elkhorn ThinningDecision Signed Date: 11/21/2025
ForestsAshley National Forest
DistrictsDuchesne Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementWatershed management