Uncompahgre Plateau Pine Plantation Thinning
Thin approximately 2,705 acres of scattered ponderosa pine plantations on the Uncompahgre Plateau with the goals of reducing fuels and providing silviculture and wildlife benefits.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Various pine plantations on Uncompahgre Plateau totally in approximately 2700 acres.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 10/05/2020 |
| Decision | 11/2021 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 11/2021 (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:
Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
West Zone Pine Thinning
Decision Signed Date: 11/15/2021
Forests:
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Districts:
Norwood Ranger District; Ouray Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Montrose
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Eric Brantingham
2250 South Main Street
Delta, CO 81416
970-327-4261
eric.brantingham@usda.gov
Last Updated: 11/16/2021