Buffalo Gap Thinning Project
The proposed action involves commercial thinning of white pine on approximately 39 acres within the next one to five years. The thinning would remove up to one-half of the upper and middle canopy of the stand retaining an average residual basal area.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project area includes approximately 39 acres of National Forest System lands located about 5 miles west of Churchville, VA in Augusta County on the North River Ranger District.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/10/2020 |
| Decision | 02/2021 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 04/2021 (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:
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Forest Products
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Buffalo Gap Thinning Project
Decision Signed Date: 02/04/2021
Forests:
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
Districts:
North River Ranger District
States:
Virginia
Counties:
Augusta
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jay Martin
5162 Valleypointe Parkway
Roanoke, VA 24019
540-432-0187
Jay.Martin2@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/26/2021