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P019: Developing Fuels Treatments for Balancing Fuel Reduction, Soil Exposure, and Potential for Erosion in the Tahoe Basin

Project Number
04.01.01.0105
Action Priority
Conduct Applied Scientific Research
Implementers
Humboldt State University
Supporting Agencies
U.S. Forest Service - Pacific Southwest Research Station
Primary Contact
Kat McIntyre (KMcIntyre@trpa.gov)

Stage
Completed
Duration
2007 - 2010
Total Project Cost
$276,915
Funding Request
$0
Science Program Conduct Applied Scientific Research
Determine optimal targets for reducing fire hazard while minimizing erosion rates by characterizing fuel loading and patchiness and forest floor moisture content at eight sites and then evaluating response of prescribed fire and mastication treatments to simulated overland flow.

Targeted Performance Measures

No Expected Accomplishments provided

Threshold Categories

  • Vegetation Preservation

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Targeted Funding

Secured Funding: Southern Nevada Public ... (USFS - PSW), $276,915

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Project Fact Sheet Data as of 05/04/2024