Civilian Conservation Corps 1935 Forestry Project - Civilian Conservation Corps on Waymarking.com

This young Ponderosa Pine forest was thinned
by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935
to improve the growth of the remaining trees
The first commercial harvest was made in 1959
when the area was thinned again for posts and poles.
From now on a commercial cutting
can be made about every twenty years.
The best trees have been pruned to produce knot-free lumber.
Young trees becoming established
will replace the older trees as they are harvested.
Under multiple-use management,
this roadside area has received special treatment.
Debris been removed to maintain the scenic beauty.
Improved vigor of the forest provides better habitat
for wildlife and improved water production
as well as growing better quality timber products
for a growing America.