Published by the U.S. Army
Fort Meade has removed 51 high-priority hazardous trees across the installation, reducing risks to people and property and helping protect critical infrastructure during severe weather.
“Safety is always our top priority—for service members, their families, visitors and employees,” said Todd Gribling, Roads & Grounds Manager and International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist supporting Melwood and the Base Operations Support (BASOPS) contract on Fort Meade. “Fort Meade’s mature trees face environmental stresses that can threaten their health and stability.”
Melwood arborists assessed the survey list and selected 51 trees for removal based on risk. To ensure the work met professional safety guidelines, Gribling relied on a specialized crew he has spent more than a decade building.
