Tree Information
Common Name: chestnut oak
Scientific Name: Quercus montana (syn. Quercus prinus)
Native/Naturalized: Native to Virginia
Database ID: 1744
Status: alive
National Champion: no
Virginia Champion: no
Trunk Girth: 228 in.
Tree Height: 74 ft.
Crown Spread: 114 ft.
Points: 331
Date Last Measured: 2020
Last Measured by: Jared Manzo
Date First Measured: 2010
Comments: The tree has a split in the trunk, but appears healthy. An exceptionally beautiful tree. Under care of Bartlett Tree Experts. Measured in 2010 by Byron Carmean, Gary Williamson, and Jeff Kirwan at 220", 78', 134', 332 points.
2020 update: The tree in fair condition. The canopy shows gradual branch dieback and has a major leader that has died. Columns of decay exist on two sides of the lower trunk. Lightning protection and cables were installed at some point in the past. The specimen sits on a knoll overlooking a rolling hay field. Two large low limbs sweep very close to the ground. Trunk circumference was measured 3ft. above soil grade due to large low limbs.
Location of Tree
Tree is located in: Fauquier
Land Owner: Sydney Hall
GPS Coordinates: 38.988093, -77.892712
Directions: 1272 Delaplane Grade Rd, Upperville VA. In open field to right of lane as one approaches the residence.
Owner Address: Private
Owner Phone: Private
Contact Information
Contact Name: Jared Manzo
Contact Email: jared.manzo@gmail.com
Contact Phone: 304-376-0809
Nominators
Original Nominator(s): Byron Carmean, Gary Williamson, Jeff Kirwan
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