White Pine Removal Project
A focused forest restoration project to convert planted upland white pine stands to more site-suitable native forest communities.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
This project spans across the southern third of the Eastern Divide Ranger District within Bland, Pulaski, and Wythe Counties, Virginia.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/27/2022 |
| Comment Period | 04/12/2023 |
| Objection Period Start | 11/22/2023 |
| Decision | 05/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2024 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Eastern Divide Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
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
White Pine Removal Project
Decision Signed Date: 05/06/2024
Forests:
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
Districts:
Eastern Divide Ranger District
States:
Virginia
Counties:
Bland; Pulaski; Wythe
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jesse Overcash
110 Southpark Dr.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
540-552-4641
jesse.overcash@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/8/2024