Dutton Brook II Oak/Chestnut Release
On 262 acres of stands included in the Dutton Brook II DN, a non-commercial mid-story removal will be implemented on trees up to 10 inches in diameter using chainsaws and herbicide to release red oak and chestnut seedlings.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Towns of Goshen, Leicester and Brandon
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/09/2023 |
| Decision | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Middlebury Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Research; Climate Change Adaptation
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Research And Development
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Dutton Brook II Oak/Chestnut Release
Decision Signed Date: 07/02/2025
Forests:
Green Mountain And Finger Lakes National Forests
Districts:
Middlebury Ranger District
States:
Vermont
Counties:
Addison; Rutland
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Joshua Wills
1007 Route 7 South
Middlebury, VT 05753
802-362-2307 x7213
joshua.wills@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/2/2025