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Aspen Restoration
Project Number
02.02.01.0005
Action Priority
Restore Native Vegetation and Forest Communities
Implementers
U.S. Forest Service - Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Primary Contact
Brian Garrett (brian.garrett@usda.gov)
Stage
Implementation
Duration
2009 - 2030
Forest Restoration Program
Restore Native Vegetation and Forest Communities
Many aspen stands on the LTBMU are at risk of being lost due to excessive conifer encroachment. This project seeks to restore aspen as the dominant tree in the forest canopy and stimulate regeneration. Restoration methods include conifer thinning and prescribed fire. This project is programmatic; we can restore any at-risk aspen stand on the LTBMU. Our current priorities include: 1) finish restoring a massive stand (Spooner area) with significant cultural value, 2) re-treat stands urgently needing more intensive conifer removal, 3) conduct underburns to restore this natural disturbance, and 4) restore aspen in conjunction with other, adjacent fuel reduction projects (e.g., South Shore).
Key Accomplishments
- Acres of Habitat Restored or Enhanced: 695 acres
Threshold Categories
- Vegetation Preservation
Location
Expenditures
Expenditures by Funding Source to Date: $1,946,213
(Estimated Cost: $4,000,000)
(Estimated Cost: $4,000,000)
SEZ Mitigation Funds (TRPA): $95,500
Southern Nevada Publi... (USFS - LTBMU): $1,676,713
U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (USBOR): $136,000
U.S. Forest Service (USFS - LTBMU): $38,000
Photos
Before
Aspen stand with conifer encroachment
Aspen regeneration
During
Aspen restoration with Washoe Tribe assistance
After
Aspen stand in background - conifer slash in foreground
Aspen stand after some conifer removal
Project Fact Sheet Data as of 04/26/2024