Basin Thinning Project
The primary purpose of this project is to increase forest health and resiliency on 110 acres of plantations by increasing structural diversity and reducing stand density.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Basin project is located in the Oak Grove Fork watershed. The project area is north of Timothy lake, along FS roads 5890, 5870, and 5860-221.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 10/16/2025 |
| Comment Period | 10/2025 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 01/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
40 Cfr 1506.3(D)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Zigzag Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Mt. Hood National Forest
Districts:
Zigzag Ranger District
States:
Oregon
Counties:
Clackamas
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Christine Pyle
70220 E. Highway 26
Zigzag, OR 97049
503-668-1437
christine.pyle@usda.gov
Last Updated: 10/23/2025