This project will remove pinyon-juniper trees in 1750 acres to improve sagebrush habitat for greater sage-grouse. Tree removal will consist of hand crews with chainsaws felling trees and leaving them to decompose naturally.
Project Information
Expected Analysis Type
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion
Timber stand and/or wildlife habitat improvement activities which do not include the use of herbicides or do not require more than one mile of low standard road construction (Service Level D, FSH 7709.56)
Special Authority
Not applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit
Bridgeport Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation
215
Project Purpose
Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants
Project Activity
Species habitat improvements
Project Status
Current Status
Analysis Completed
Project Milestones
All planning milestones have been completed.
Project Decision Information
Long Doctor Sage-grouse Habitat Improvement and Fuels Reduction Project
Decision Signed Date
2012-06-14
Last Updated: 6/14/2012