Tree Clearing for US Coast Guard Rescue 21 Communication System
Clear up to 3 acres of trees from a ridge on Kupreanof Island near the Gunnuk Communication Site to provide a clear signal path to another tower on the mainland (Mt Fanshaw). Felling would be done by hand with cut trees likely left on site.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The site is on Kupreanof Island, approximately 5.5 miles east of Kake, Alaska.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/13/2023 |
| Decision | 08/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2023 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Petersburg Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations; Roadless Area Management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Tree Clearing for US Coast Guard Rescue 21 Communication System
Decision Signed Date: 08/14/2023
Forests:
Tongass National Forest
Districts:
Petersburg Ranger District
States:
Alaska
Counties:
Prince of Wales-Outer
Legal Land Description:
T. 56 S., R. 73 E., Section 27, CRM
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Bret Uppencamp
12 North Nordic Drive
Petersburg, AK 99833-1328
907-772-5940
bret.uppencamp@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/24/2023