Prince of Wales Island Timber Stand Improvement
The USDA Forest Service proposes to treat up to approximately 20,000 acres of young-growth conifer stands. Stands proposed for treatment have been identified across Prince of Wales Island and on the Suemez, Heceta, Marble, and Orr outer islands.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Stands proposed for treatment have been identified across Prince of Wales Island, and four outer islands (Heceta, Marble, Orr and Suemez), originating from harvests between 1980 to 2004.
Project Milestones:
Milestone | Date |
---|---|
Scoping Start | 08/14/2024 |
Decision | 11/2024 (Estimated) |
Implementation | 04/2025 (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:
Thorne Bay Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Prince of Wales Island Timber Stand Improvement
Decision Signed Date: 11/02/2024
Forests:
Tongass National Forest
Districts:
Thorne Bay Ranger District
States:
Alaska
Counties:
Prince of Wales-Outer
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Janice Sangunitto
1312 Federal Way
Thorne, AK 99919-001
907-401-1031
janice.sangunitto@usda.gov
Last Updated: 11/4/2024