West Northwest D1 Wildlife Habitat Improvement Project
The project will remove conifer species from shrub community types through lop and scatter on 19,682 acres. The project intent is to maintain native vegetation diversity, watershed stability, reduce wildfire potential, and improve wildlife habitat.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
West Northwest Region of the Flaming Gorge District in Utah and Wyoming. The project spans from the eastern to western edge of the district primarily south of Manila.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 11/06/2019 |
| Decision | 05/2021 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2021 (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:
Ashley National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Fuels Management; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
West Northwest D1 Wildlife Habitat Improvement Project
Decision Signed Date: 05/05/2021
Forests:
Ashley National Forest
Districts:
Flaming Gorge Ranger District
States:
Utah; Wyoming
Counties:
Daggett; Sweetwater
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jason Kelton
355 North Vernal Ave
Vernal, UT 84078
435-781-5181
jason.kelton1@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/5/2021