Comprehensive tree inventory underway at Capitol to preserve state’s past, plan for future
The State Public Works Division announced the launch of a comprehensive tree inventory project on the capitol grounds in Carson City that began March 25.
This important initiative aims to identify the location, type, species, and health of each tree within the Capitol’s historic and beloved grounds.
A tree expert and surveyor from Wood Rodgers Inc. will be on-site to conduct a detailed inventory and tagging of each tree, marking a significant step toward enhancing the sustainability, health, and vitality of the capitol grounds. This effort will provide valuable insights into the current condition of the grounds’ greenery, enabling the formulation of a strategic plan for tree care, preservation, and potentially necessary renewals.
The findings from the inventory will inform the State Public Works Division in making decisions regarding tree care, landscaping enhancements, and the integration of new, sustainable practices into the care of the grounds. Additionally, the project aligns with the division’s broader goals of environmental stewardship and conservation, underpinning its commitment to maintaining a green and healthy environment at the heart of the capital grounds.
Residents and visitors to the capitol are invited to observe the inventory process, reflecting the division’s commitment to transparency and community involvement in the care and management of the state’s shared green spaces.
For more information on the tree inventory project, please visit https://publicworks.nv.gov/ scroll down the page to “Professional Services” then click on the “Capitol Plaza Tree Inventory Press Release” link.
The State Public Works Division is dedicated to the stewardship and enhancement of the historic capitol buildings and surrounding grounds. Through careful management, preservation efforts, and community engagement, the division ensures the beauty, health, and sustainability of this important public space.
In the Photo: Circa 1945 aerial photo of Capitol Plaza prior to the Blasdel building constructed in the northeast corner of the lot in 1957. View looking east from N. Carson Street, note diagonal off-street parking, Capitol Building wings added in 1915 visible, Nevada State Archive, NSC-0005.