FACE Wood Decomposition Experiment
Summary
SCH Number
2011078145
Public Agency
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
(CAL FIRE)
Document Title
FACE Wood Decomposition Experiment
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/14/2011
Document Description
The project is a study of wood decomposition on Jackson Demonstration State Forest (JDSF). JDSF is one of approximately nine sites throughout the United States. Wood decomposition will be measured on an approximately 80 m x 50 m plot where approximately 48 pieces of loblolly pine up to 2m in length will be placed in both vertical and horizontal arrangements. Additional redwood pieces, approximately 10-30 cm (12 in) in diameter, may be cut on site and added to the study, increasing the study by approximately 50%. Vertical installations will be placed on a PVC stand and secured by cables attached to earth anchors. Sensors and data loggers, powered by batteries and solar panels, will be placed on logs and in the soil up to 15 cm (6 in) in depth. A soil sample of approximately 200g (7 oz) will be taken from the location of each vertical log at depth of 0-5 cm (2 in). Site samples include 10 surface litter samples and a 50 cm (20 in) soil horizon sample. Clear surface debris for path into site.
Contact Information
Name
Lynn Webb
Agency Name
Forestry and Fire Protection, Department of
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Mendocino
Other Location Info
Jackson Demonstration State Forest
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
C:4,6
Reasons for Exemption
This project fits within the Class 4 and 6 Categorical Exemptions described in state law (14 CCR 15304 (f) and 15306) pertaining to minor alterations to land and information collection (research). It will not have a significant effect on the environment and is exempt from the provision CEQA.
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