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As a prelude to trial harvest operations, a detailed study of forestry potential was conducted on 6.7 mi of the right-of-way (ROW) median strip of I-95 in Maine, between Routes 143 and 69. Color infrared photography was used to classify forest stands into immature and mature composition classes. Three maps were digitized and plotted (1:2400) to show all forest stands and nonforest areas and to estimate the area in acres for each. The first field session was conducted to verify photo interpretation and to assess open areas for tree plantations. A second session was used to measure 24 temporary sample points. Total volume, total weight, and harvestable volume and weight were estimated for all mature stands. It was concluded that only the median strip would be harvested in the trials; harvested stands could be left windfirm without serious erosion problems; planned harvests can reduce individual tree cleanup by the Maine Department of Transportation; maps and inventory of the ROW can be used to plan and record landscape and forestry treatments; a stumpage value in excess of $1,000 per mile was assessed in the 6.7-mi study area.

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Farming; Forestry; Inventory; Landscape maintenance; Maps; Medians; Planting; Profits; Right of way (Land)

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Design; Environment; Freight Transportation; Highways; Planning and Forecasting; I21: Planning of Transport Infrastructure

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Oct 31 1987 12:00AM

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