Deer Uncle Sam Small Tree Thinning and McGinty's Rock Small Tree Thinning Projects
Non-commercial thinning of small trees in previously harvested stands to increase tree health and vigor, decrease the risk of insects and disease, and improve forest resiliency and resistance to wildfire.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Deer Uncle Sam Small Tree Thinning project is located in the Deer Creek drainage on the Msla RD, McGinty's Rock Small Tree Thinning project is located South of Quartz Creek on the Ninemile RD
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/23/2012 |
| Comment Period | 03/23/2012 |
| Decision | 07/2012 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2012 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Missoula Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
215
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Deer Uncle Sam Tree Thinning
Decision Signed Date: 07/23/2012
Legal Notice Date: 08/08/2012
Forests:
Lolo National Forest
Districts:
Missoula Ranger District; Ninemile Ranger District
States:
Montana
Counties:
Missoula
Legal Land Description:
Deer Uncle Sam - T13N, R 18W, Sec. 28, 33, 34, - McGinty's Rock Small Tree Thinning - T14N, R25W, Sec 9, 16, 17,
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Carly Aniballi
24 Fort Missoula Road
Missoula, MT 59804
406-626-5429
caniballi@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 10/5/2012