UC Cow Camp Meadow Thinning Project
Improve wildlife habitat and meadow hydrology by removing small conifer trees (<10" dbh) that are encroaching UC Cow Camp Meadow. Cut trees using chainsaws; then scatter and/or chip. Place few trees in stream channel to trap sediment.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
UC Cow Camp Meadow, adjacent to Barrett 4WD Trail, approximately 4.5 miles north from the trailhead at Wrights Lake Recreation Area
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 07/28/2023 |
| Decision | 08/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2024 (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:
Pacific Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Watershed Management; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
UC Cow Camp Meadow Thinning Project
Decision Signed Date: 08/25/2023
Forests:
Eldorado National Forest
Districts:
Pacific Ranger District
States:
California
Counties:
El Dorado
Legal Land Description:
T12N R16E Section 8
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Vincent Pacific
7887 Highway 50
Pollock Pines, CA 95726-9602
541-947-6346
vincent.pacific@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/25/2023