Tree Information
Common Name: scarlet oak
Scientific Name: Quercus coccinea
Native/Naturalized: Native to Virginia
Database ID: 730
Status: alive
National Champion: no
Virginia Champion: yes
Circumference: 184 in.
Height: 117 ft.
Crown: 70 ft.
Points: 319
Date Last Measured: 2016
Last Measured by: Kevin Sigmon
Date First Measured: 2006
Comments: The tree has a large root collar which leads to the high circumference. The tree appears to be in good condition with a basal cavity on the upper side as the only sign of decay. Height measure with laser rangefinder.
Location of Tree
Tree is located in: Lee
Land Owner: Laurie Lynch
GPS Coordinates: 36.80186, -82.847571
Directions: On the east side of Rt. 728 approximately 100 ft. from where it intersects with Alternate US 58, about eight miles southwest of Big Stone Gap. Above the embankment on the left at the intersection of Seminary Church Road (Old U.S. 58) and Sourwood Road.
Owner Address: 244 Rabbitt Run Lane
Dryden, VA 24243
Contact Information
Contact Name: Kevin Sigmon
Contact Email: kdsigmon@aep.com
Nominators
Original Nominator(s): Harold Jarrell
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