Caseknife Thinning Vegetation Management Project
Commercial free thinning of 2 mixed pine-hardwood stands to improve the health and vigor of the residual trees. The stands are predominantly White pine and oak that are overstocked. Post-harvest activities include monitoring and treatment for NNIS.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Project Area is approximately 4 air miles west-southwest of the city of Pulaski. The project straddles the Pulaski and Wythe County lines southwest of Gatewood Reservoir.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/05/2017 |
| Decision | 02/2017 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 03/2017 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Eastern Divide Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Forest Products; Land Management Planning; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Caseknife Commercial Thinning Project Decision Memo
Decision Signed Date: 02/21/2017
Forests:
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
Districts:
Eastern Divide Ranger District
States:
Virginia
Counties:
Pulaski
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Mark Miller
110 Southpark Dr.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
540-552-4641
markmiller@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 3/28/2017