Petersburg Ranger District Riparian Thinning
This project proposes to selectively thin previously-harvested conifer and alder stands in riparian areas adjoining Class I & II fish streams, where thinning would benefit the desired future condition of the site.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
All District watersheds containing previously-harvested young growth stands with Class I & II fish streams where thinning is compatible with LUD objectives.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/18/2014 |
| Decision | 05/2015 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2015 (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:
Petersburg Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Watershed Management; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Petersburg Ranger District Riparian Thinning
Decision Signed Date: 05/04/2015
Forests:
Tongass National Forest
Districts:
Petersburg Ranger District
States:
Alaska
Counties:
Wrangell-Petersburg
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Heath Whitacre
12 North Nordic Drive
Petersburg, AK 99833-1328
907-772-5925
hwhitacre@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 6/1/2015