Forestwide Non-commercial Thinning 2022
The proposed action is designed to reduce and control stand density through non-commercial thinning (also called pre-commercial thinning) on overstocked stands.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Non-commercial thinning of young stands is proposed on up to 34,427 acres across the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, and Mt. Adams Ranger District.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 06/03/2022 |
| Decision | 03/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 03/2023 (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:
Gifford Pinchot National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Forestwide Non-commercial Thinning Decision Memo
Decision Signed Date: 03/24/2023
Forests:
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Districts:
Gifford Pinchot National Forest All Units
States:
Washington
Counties:
Lewis; Skamania
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Ben Hoppus
987 McClellan Road Vancouver
Vancouver, WA 98661
509-395-3405
benjamin.hoppus@usda.gov
Last Updated: 3/30/2023