Lick Creek Demonstration/Research Forest Project
This project would examine how different silvicultural systems paired with and without prescribed burning can be used to restore and maintain ponderosa pine forests. More info: https://www.firelab.org/project/ponderosa-pine-restoration-lick-creek
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project is located south of Hamilton, MT, and north of Lake Como along FS 5621, FS 5608, and FS 62931 roads
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 10/11/2023 |
| Comment Period | 10/11/2023 |
| Decision | 12/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2024 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.3 (2)
Special Authority:
Hfra Title Iv: Insect Infestations And Related Diseases
Lead Management Unit:
Bitterroot National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Research; Fuels Management; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Climate Change Adaptation
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Research And Development; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Lick Creek Demonstration/Research Forest Project
Decision Signed Date: 12/15/2023
Forests:
Bitterroot National Forest
Districts:
Darby Ranger District
States:
Montana
Counties:
Ravalli
Legal Land Description:
T4N, R21W, Sections 19, 20, 29, and 30
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Amy Campbell
1801 North First Street
Hamilton, MT 59840
406-821-4287
amy.campbell2@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/9/2024