2021 Gypsy Moth Slow the Spread Project
This project proses to conduct aerial mating disruptor treatments to Slow the Spread of the Gypsy Moth on approximately 20,896 acres of comingled federal and private lands in five treatment blocks within Smyth and Wythe Counties, Virginia.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Treatment blocks are in Smyth and Wythe counties near the Town of Marion.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/23/2021 |
| Comment Period | 02/23/2021 |
| Objection Period Start | 04/05/2021 |
| Decision | 05/2021 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2021 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
2021 Gypsy Moth Slow the Spread Project
Decision Signed Date: 05/29/2021
Forests:
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
Districts:
Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
States:
Virginia
Counties:
Smyth; Wythe
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jessie Howard
5162 Valleypointe Parkway
Roanoke, VA 24019
540-265-5130
jessie.howard@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/1/2021