Thomas Bay Tree Harvest for Log Culvert
Harvest up to 8 old-growth trees within 300 feet of a National Forest System road. Trees would be used to construct a temporary log culvert stream crossing. After the structure is removed, the logs would be available to the public for purchase.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Thomas Bay on the mainland Alaska is approximately 16 air miles northeast of the community of Petersburg.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/04/2025 |
| Decision | 04/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
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; Forest Products; Watershed Management; Road Management
Project Activity:
Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Thomas Bay Tree Harvest for Log Culvert
Decision Signed Date: 04/29/2025
Forests:
Tongass National Forest
Districts:
Petersburg Ranger District
States:
Alaska
Counties:
Wrangell-Petersburg
Legal Land Description:
T57S, R80E, Sections 4,9,and 16, Copper River Meridian
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Meghan Zona
12 North Nordic Drive
Petersburg, AK 99833-1328
907-228-4141
meghan.zona@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/29/2025