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EXF Thinning, Fuels Reduction, and Research Project

Within the Pringle Falls Experimental Forest, thinning, mowing and underburning of aprox. 2,554 acres ponderosa pine to reduce fuel loading and risk of beetle attack. Study plan answers serveral research questions about disturbance in ponderosa pine.

Project Information

Expected Analysis Type
Environmental Impact Statement

Special Authority
Not applicable / Other

Lead Management Unit
Bend/Fort Rock Ranger District

Notice and Comment Regulation
215

Project Purpose
Fuels management; Forest products; Research

Project Activity
Fuel treatments (non-activity fuels); Research and Development; Timber sales (green)

Project Status

Current Status
Analysis Completed

Project Milestones

All planning milestones have been completed.

Project Decision Information

EXF Thinning, Fuels Reduction, and Research Project

Decision Signed Date
2010-03-15

Last Updated: 8/08/2011