HomeMy WebLinkAboutTR_Arborist_Report_250924_v1ARBORIST REPORT
Prepared By:
Terrence J. Flatley
Certified Arborist
TRAQ
Sep t ember 22, 20 25
WHISPERING PINES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
C/O Daniel Foster, 1813 NE 26 Place, Renton, WA 98056
ARBORIST REPORT
Whispering Pines Homeowners Associa3on
C/O Dan Foster, President
1813 NE 26 Place, Renton, Washington 98055
Parcel Iden3fica3on Number PID 934760T100
INTRODUCTION
The Whispering Pines Homeowners Associa3on is located in the NE Quarter Sec3on 5, Township
23 North, Range 5 East, City of Renton, King County Washington. Geographically, it is in the
northern part of Renton and near the Kennydale Neighborhood. There is a cul-de-sac at the east
end of Northeast 26 Place where it terminates at a wooded tract of land owned by the HOA.
The tract is further iden3fied as parcel 934760T100. The tract is approximately 0.58 acre in size
(26,189. square feet).
The tract contains a predominantly stand of black co]onwood trees with lesser amounts of red
alder and bigleaf maple. The western por3on of the tract consists of rela3vely steep slopes
while the eastern half contains wetland-type areas of gentle slopes to level ground. Himalayan
blackberry and ivy are the predominant ground covers.
In early September of 2025 a large co]onwood tree failed and fell into the NE 26 Place cul-de-
sac damaging several vehicles and a fence. From aerial photographs and speaking with the HOA,
the tree had a severe lean into the street and sidewalk. The trunk of the tree broke about
twelve feet from the ground at a point where the trunk and crown redirected towards the west,
the pivot point of failure.
The HOA requested a tree assessment of the parcel in order to iden3fy poten3al risks to the
street, sidewalk, vehicles, fences, yards, houses and people.
METHOD
The tract was located on aerial photographs and the approximate boundaries iden3fied on the
ground. Each tree was inspected from ground level and data collected about species, size,
condi3on, risk ra3ng and more. Trees were iden3fied by risk category and any defects noted.
All trees were assigned a unique number and iden3fied on the maps in this report. However,
only “Moderate” risk trees with obvious defects had yellow ribbons placed on tree trunks with a
number on the ribbon. The “Basic Tree Risk Assessment Forms” were completed for each tree.
These forms are used to determine risk ra3ngs for each tree; they can be found at the end of
this report.
Each tree was sounded using a mallet to determine obvious internal defects. Most trees in the
tract sounded solid up to 8 feet on the trunk. An inventory spreadsheet table summarizes the
informa3on collected on the “Basic Tree Risk Assessment Forms.” Individual photographs were
taken on some of the trees where condi3ons allowed.
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Map 1. Whispering Pines HOA Neighborhood Loca3on Map
Map 2. Preliminary Tree and Tract Loca3on
TREE INVENTORY AND RISK ASSESSMENT SUMMARY TABLE
Tree
No.
Species DBH
(In.)
Height
(Ft.)
Crown
Spread
(Ft.)
CondiGon
(%)
Risk
RaGng
Treatment Status
1 Black Co]onwood 35 122 69 90 Moderate Prune Retain
2 Black Co*onwood 14 60 18 60 Moderate Remove Remove
3 Bigleaf maple 9 32 27 70 Low Monitor Retain
4 Black Co]onwood 8 26 18 60 Low Monitor Retain
5 Black Co*onwood 21 80 27 60 Moderate Remove Remove
6 Black Co]onwood 29 125 40 90 Low Monitor Retain
7 Black Co*onwood 22 96 42 50 Moderate Remove Remove
8 Black Co]onwood 38 117 40 0 Low Monitor Retain
9 Black Co]onwood 8 49 12 50 Low Monitor Retain
10 Black Co]onwood 27 124 30 60 Low Monitor Retain
11 Black Co]onwood 19 128 60 60 Low Monitor Retain
12 Black Co*onwood 29 112 60 50 Moderate Remove Remove
13 Black Co]onwood 15 80 22 60 Low Monitor Retain
14 Black Co*onwood 28 112 47 50 Moderate Remove Remove
15 Red Alder 15 50 25 80 Low Monitor Retain
16 Red Alder 12 50 20 80 Low Monitor Retain
17 Red Alder 14 50 21 80 Low Monitor Retain
18 Red Alder 16 50 21 80 Low Monitor Retain
19 Red Alder 13 50 21 80 Low Monitor Retain
20 Red Alder 15 50 21 50 Low Monitor Retain
21 Red Alder 12 50 21 90 Low Monitor Retain
22 Red Alder 10 50 21 90 Low Monitor Retain
23 Bigleaf Maple 12 50 54 60 Low Monitor Retain
24 Bigleaf Maple 10 50 54 50 Low Monitor Retain
25 Bigleaf Maple 12 50 54 50 Low Monitor Retain
26 Bigleaf Maple 13 50 54 70 Low Monitor Retain
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DISCUSSION
The tract contains the 37 trees shown in the Tree Inventory and Assessment Summary Table.
Trees 8 and 20 were the only trees that sounded hollow and decayed; the remaining trees all
had solid-sounding lower trunks. Where Status in the table is shown “Remove,” these are
co]onwood trees with substan3al lean towards people and property.
CONCLUSION
Tree Tract: In my professional opinion, the likelihood of Tree Numbers 2, 5, 7, 12,
14, and Tree 33 failing, striking property and people and causing severe injury and
damage poses a moderate risk.
The information in this report uses a basic level of risk assessment from ground
level and considers tree condition under normal weather conditions typical of the
27 Bigleaf Maple 11 50 54 50 Low Monitor Retain
28 Bigleaf Maple 12 50 54 70 Low Monitor Retain
29 Red Alder 21 72 31 90 Low Monitor Retain
30 Red Alder 20 71 33 90 Low Monitor Retain
31 Bigleaf Maple 7 50 32 90 Low Monitor Retain
32 Bigleaf Maple 12 50 32 8p Low Monitor Retain
33 Black Co*onwood 22 112 30 60 Moderate Remove Remove
34 Black Co]onwood 31 112 30 70 Low Monitor Retain
35 Bigleaf Maple 36 118 60 90 Low Monitor Retain
36 Red Alder 22 80 42 90 Low Monitor Retain
37 Black Co]onwood 21 112 60 90 Moderate Monitor Retain
Species DBH
(In.)
Height
(Ft.)
Crown
Spread
(Ft.)
CondiGon
(%)
Risk
RaGng
Treatment StatusTree
No.
DBH is Diameter Breast Height or 54” from ground measured in inches.
Height and Crown Diameter are es3mates.
Condi3on ra3ng assigned in 10% increments with 0% describing a dead tree and 100% as a tree in excellent
health.
Risk Ra3ng categories are low, medium, high and extreme.
Treatment describes ac3ons to pursue.
Status is informa3on the City might require during permifng.
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Puget Sound Region. Periodic inspections should be considered as site
conditions may change over time.
Property owners should consider the facts presented in this report and decide
what actions to pursue. Because no one person can predict when trees will fail,
there is no warranty or guarantee that trees in this report will not fail.
For further information please contact Terry Flatley, 425-891-2625,
tjflyfishing@me.com
TREE PHOTOGRAPHS
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Tree 1. Metal fence post
impeded in lower trunks
Co]onwood recently fell across street in early
September
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Tree 33 leaning towards house Tree 14 with codominant trunks and
leaning west trunk (right)
Tree 2 with sever sweeping trunk
Tree 5 and other “leaners”
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Map 3. Mapped wetland area
Map4. Mapped steep lopes
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 1 1 2
Black Cottonwood 35”122’69’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
House None ✔✔4 No No
Fences None ✔✔✔4 No No
Vehicles None ✔✔✔3 Yes No
People None ✔✔✔2 No No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■30 E
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
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Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
This datasheet was produced by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) — 2017
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
House Whole tree ●●●Low
Fences ●●●Low
Vehicles Branches
Limb drop
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People ●●●●Moderate
Healthy tree with no obvious defects; bark very healthy
Several large live limbs over yard and right-of-way
Large structural roots
Sounded solid with mallet
Prune several over-hanging branches Low
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— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 2 1 2
Black Cottonwood 14”60’18’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 2 years
Fence None ✔✔4 No No
Vehicles None ✔✔2 Yes No
People None ✔✔2 No No
Large leaning cottonwood trunk recently failed causing damage to several vehicles ■30 E
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Potential trunk failure at 12’ from ground.
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Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
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4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
This datasheet was produced by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) — 2017
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Fence Whole tree
Lean and defect at 12’
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Vehicles ●●●●Moderate
People ●●●●Moderate
Trunk exits soil at a steep angle easterly then at 12’ a defect corrects the trunk toward street.
Shallow rooted and no visible roots at ground level
Yellow tagged.
Sounded solid with mallet
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 3 1 2
Bigleaf maple 9”32’27’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 2 years
Fence None ✔✔4 No No
Vehicles Partial ✔✔3 Yes No
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Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
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Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
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Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Fence Whole tree ●●●●Low
Vehicles ●●●●Low
People ●●●●Low
Healthy tree being overtopped by other trees
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor 0
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— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
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Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 4 1 2
Black Cottonwood 8”26’18’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 2 years
Fence None ✔✔4 No No
Vehicles None ✔✔2 Yes No
People None ✔✔2 No No
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■60
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
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Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Fence Whole tree
Lean towards street
●●●●Low
Vehicles ●●●●Low
People ●●●●Low
Tree leans toward fence and right of way
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 5 1 2
Black Cottonwood 21”80’27’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 1 year
Fence None ✔✔✔4 No No
Vehicles None ✔✔✔2 Yes No
People None ✔✔✔2 No No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■30 E
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Sudden limb drop
12”80’80’
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Thickened lower trunk
Sudden trunk failure
21”80’
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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North
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Fence Whole tree
Sudden trunk/limb failure
●●●●Low
Vehicles ●●●●Moderate
People ●●●●Moderate
Very large structural root on downhill side (east) of tree
At 10’ upper trunk leans heavily toward street and lean increases with height
Lower trunk sounded solid
Yellow tagged
Tree removal 0
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 6 1 2
Black Cottonwood 29”125’40’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
House Partial ✔✔4 No No
Vehicles None ✔✔3 Yes No
People None ✔✔2 No No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■30 E
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■60
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■60
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
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2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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North
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Fence Whole tree
Whole tree failure
●●●●Low
Vehicles ●●●●Low
People ●●●●Low
Very healthy tree
Large structural roots on downhill side of tree
Lower trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
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Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 7 1 2
Black Cottonwood 22”96’42’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 1 year
Vehicles None ✔✔✔2 Yes No
People None ✔✔✔2 No No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■10 E
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■50
■■Sudden limb and trunk drop.
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Leans toward street
■50
■10 <2”
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Root crown at ground level
10”60’60’
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45 No
Thickened trunk below 10’
Whole tree failure
22”96’
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Root crown at ground level
Structural root failure
22”96’
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
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Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Vehicles Whole tree
Leaning trunk
●●●●Moderate
People ●●●●Moderate
Lean increases with height
Yellow tagged
Lower trunk sounded solid
Tree removal 0
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 8 1 2
Black Cottonwood 38”117’40’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■30 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
Wood borer insects, woodpeckers, decay fungi
■■Sudden limb and trunk drop.
■■
■■
Tree is hollow for 75% of height.
50
■2 <5”
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Crown failure
10”117’117’
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None
Hollow trunk
38”117’
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■
■
■
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
There are no nearby targets
Upper crown alive but tree expected to die or fail in the near future.
Retain tree for wildlife habitat
None
■■
■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 9 1 2
Black Cottonwood 8”49’12’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
Vehicles Partial ✔✔2 Yes No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■40 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
■■Sudden limb and trunk drop.
■■
■■
50
Crown failure
10”49’49’
■
■
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
Likelihood
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Vehicles Whole tree
Whole tree failure
●●●●Low
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
■
■5 years
■■
■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 10 1 2
Black Cottonwood 27”124’30’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
Vehicles/driveway Partial ✔✔2 No No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■2 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
■■Sudden limb and trunk drop.
■■
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■50
■3 <2”
Crown failure
10”117’117’
1 Yes
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Vehicles Whole tree ●●●●Low
Trunk sounded solid
One of 3 stump sprouts
Roots not visible
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 11 1 2
Black Cottonwood 19”128’60’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■45 E
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■40
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
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Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
One of 3 stump sprouts
Roots not visible
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 12 1 2
Black Cottonwood 29”112’60’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 1 year
Vehicles/driveway None ✔✔✔2 No No
House Partial ✔4 No No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■2 E
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■60
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Large structural root on uphill side of tree
Lack of support roots and lean to driveway
29”112’
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(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Vehicles Whole tree
Lean and weak root attachment
●●●●Moderate
House ●●●●Moderate
Trunk sounded solid
One of 3 stump sprouts
Large structural root on uphill side of tree
Yellow tagged
Tree removal 0
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 13 1 2
Black Cottonwood 15”80’22’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 1 year
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■40 E
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■40
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■■
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■45
■1 <1”
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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■■
■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 14 1 2
Black Cottonwood 28” (22, 18)112’47’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 1 year
Vehicles/driveway None ✔✔✔2 No No
People None ✔✔✔2 No No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■40 E
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■60
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Thickened included bark seam (closed)
Leaning west stem
22”112’
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Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Vehicles West stem
Included bark and severe lean
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Trunk sounded solid
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Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 15 1 2
Red alder 15”50’25’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■40 E
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Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
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Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 16 1 2
Red alder 12”50’20’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 17 1 2
Red alder 14”50’20’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
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Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
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2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 18 1 2
Red alder 16”50’21’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
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Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
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Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
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3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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■5 years
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 19 1 2
Red alder 13”50’21’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
■
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
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■1 <2”
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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■5 years
■■
■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 20 1 2
Red alder 15”50’21’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
■
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
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3 Yes
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
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Consequences of Failure
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded decayed
Monitor Low
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■5 years
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■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 21 1 2
Red alder 12”50’21’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
Vehicles/driveway Partial ✔✔2 No No
People Partial ✔✔2 No No
■30 E
■
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
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50
■1 <2”
2 No
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Vehicles/driveway Whole tree
Lean towards driveway
●●●●Low
People ●●●●Low
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 22 1 2
Red alder 10”50’21’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
Vehicles/driveway None ✔✔✔2 No No
People None ✔✔✔2 No No
■30 E
■
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
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■1 <2”
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2 No
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
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Likelihood of
Failure & Impact
Consequences of Failure
Ne g l i g i b l e Minor Significant Severe
Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Vehicles/driveway Whole tree
Lean
●●●●Low
People ●●●●Low
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 23 1 2
Bigleaf maple 12”50’54’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
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■50
Co-dominant trunks
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Consequences of Failure
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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■5 years
■■
■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 24 1 2
Bigleaf maple 10”50’54’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
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■50
Co-dominant trunks
■■
■■■Ivy
50
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
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Consequences of Failure
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Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
■
■5 years
■■
■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 25 1 2
Bigleaf maple 12”50’54’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
Co-dominant trunks
■■
■■■Ivy
50
■■
■■
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
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Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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■■
■■Steep slope, ivy, debris
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 26 1 2
Bigleaf maple 13”50’54’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
Co-dominant trunks
■■
■■■Ivy
50
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Likelihood of
Failure & Impact
Consequences of Failure
Ne g l i g i b l e Minor Significant Severe
Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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■5 years
■■
■■Steep slope, ivy, debris
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 27 1 2
Bigleaf maple 11”50’54’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
Co-dominant trunks
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■■■Ivy
50
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Consequences of Failure
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Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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North
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
■
■5 years
■■
■■Steep slope, ivy, debris
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 28 1 2
Bigleaf maple 12”50’54’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
Co-dominant trunks
■■
■■■Ivy
50
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
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Likelihood of
Failure & Impact
Consequences of Failure
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Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
This datasheet was produced by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) — 2017
North
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
■
■5 years
■■
■■Steep slope, ivy, debris
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 29 1 2
Red alder 21”50’40’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
■■
■■■Ivy
50
■3 <6”
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
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Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
This datasheet was produced by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) — 2017
North
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
■
■5 years
■■
■■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 30 1 2
Red alder 20”50’40’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
■■
■■■Ivy
50
■3 <6”
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Likelihood of
Failure & Impact
Consequences of Failure
Ne g l i g i b l e Minor Significant Severe
Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 31 1 2
Bigleaf maple 7”50’32’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
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■50
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
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Consequences of Failure
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
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■5 years
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 32 1 2
Bigleaf maple 12”50’32’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■30 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■50
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50
■
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
Likelihood
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Failure & Impact
Consequences of Failure
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Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Monitor Low
■
■5 years
■■
■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 33 1 2
Black Cottonwood 22”112’30
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
Fence None ✔✔✔4 No No
House/yard None ✔✔4 No No
People None ✔✔✔2 No No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■45 E
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■75
Ivy
■■Branch and trunk drop
■■
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■75
■1 <2”
30 No
Whole tree failure
22”112’
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
Likelihood
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Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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North
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Fence Whole tree
Severe lean towards house
●●●●Low
House ●●●●Moderate
People ●●●●Moderate
Trunk sounded solid
Roots not visible
Yellow tagged
Tree removal 0
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
Page 1 of 2
Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 34 1 2
Black Cottonwood 31”112’30
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■45 E
■
■■
SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■60
Ivy
■■Branch and trunk drop
■■
■■■Ivy
■60
3-5 No
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Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
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Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Trunk sounded solid
Roots not visible
Monitor Low
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■■Debris and ivy over root crown
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 35 1 2
Bigleaf maple 36”118’60’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■10 E
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■60
Ivy
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3-5 No
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
Likelihood
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Likelihood of
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Consequences of Failure
Ne g l i g i b l e Minor Significant Severe
Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Monitor Low
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— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 36 1 2
Red alder 36”118’60’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
■2 E
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SW ■■Typical Pacific Northwest Region
■70
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70
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
Likelihood
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Failure & Impact
Consequences of Failure
Ne g l i g i b l e Minor Significant Severe
Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Monitor Low
■
■5 years
■■
■
— Trunk —
— Crown and Branches —
— Roots and Root Collar —
Unbalanced crown LCR ______%
Dead twigs/branches ______% overall Max. dia. ________
Broken/Hangers Number __________ Max. dia. ________
Over-extended branches
Pruning history
Crown cleaned
Reduced
Flush cuts
Thinned
Topped
Other
Raised
Lion-tailed
Cracks ________________________________ Lightning damage
Codominant ______________________________ Included bark
Weak attachments _________________ Cavity/Nest hole ____% circ.
Previous branch failures _____________ Similar branches present
Dead/Missing bark Cankers/Galls/Burls Sapwood damage/decay
Conks Heartwood decay ______________________
Response growth
Client _______________________________________________________________ Date___________________ Time_________________
Address/Tree location _________________________________________________________ Tree no.____________ Sheet _____ of _____
Tree species _________________________________________ dbh_____________ Height ___________ Crown spread dia. ____________
Assessor(s) __________________________________________ Tools used______________________________ Time frame_____________
Target Assessment
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History of failures _____________________________________________________________ Topography Flat Slope _________% Aspect _____
Site changes None Grade change Site clearing Changed soil hydrology Root cuts Describe _____________________________________
Soil conditions Limited volume Saturated Shallow Compacted Pavement over roots ______% Describe __________________________
Prevailing wind direction______ Common weather Strong winds Ice Snow Heavy rain Describe______________________________
Tree Health and Species Profile
Vigor Low Normal High Foliage None (seasonal) None (dead) Normal _____% Chlorotic _____% Necrotic _____%
Pests/Biotic_________________________________________________ Abiotic _______________________________________________________
Species failure profile Branches Trunk Roots Describe ____________________________________________________________________
Load Factors
Wind exposure Protected Partial Full Wind funneling ________________________ Relative crown size Small Medium Large
Crown density Sparse Normal Dense Interior branches Few Normal Dense Vines/Mistletoe/Moss _____________________
Recent or expected change in load factors ________________________________________________________________________________________
Tree Defects and Conditions Affecting the Likelihood of Failure
Occupancy rate1–rare 2 – occasional 3 – frequent 4 – constant
Basic Tree Risk Assessment Form
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Site Factors
Target zone
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Dead/Missing bark Abnormal bark texture/color
Codominant stems Included bark Cracks
Sapwood damage/decay Cankers/Galls/Burls Sap ooze
Lightning damage Heartwood decay Conks/Mushrooms
Cavity/Nest hole _____ % circ. Depth _______ Poor taper
Lean _____° Corrected? __________________________________
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Part Size Fall Distance
Collar buried/Not visible Depth________ Stem girdling
Dead Decay Conks/Mushrooms
Ooze Cavity _____% circ.
Cracks Cut/Damaged roots Distance from trunk _______
Root plate lifting Soil weakness
Response growth
Condition(s) of concern
Load on defect N/A Minor Moderate Significant
Likelihood of failure Improbable Possible Probable Imminent
Part Size Fall Distance
Part Size Fall Distance
Dan Foster, President, Whispering Pines HOA 9/19/25 9:00 a.m.
Ref. Address: 1813 NE 26 Pl. Tract - PID 934760T100, NE Section 5-T23N-R5E 37 1 2
Black Cottonwood 21”122’40’
T. Flatley D-tape, compass, mallet, camera 5 years
Fence ✔✔✔4 No No
House/yard ✔✔4 No No
People ✔✔2 No No
Nearby cottonwood tree failed at trunk 10’ from ground damaging fence and vehicles.■40 E
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■60
■■ Branch and trunk drop
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60
Target (Target number or description)Tree part Condition(s) of concern Risk rating
(from
Matrix 2)
Matrix 1. Likelihood matrix.
Likelihood
of Failure
Likelihood of Impact
Very low Low Medium High
Imminent Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely Very likely
Probable Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely Likely
Possible Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Somewhat likely
Improbable Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely Unlikely
Failure Impact Failure & Impact (from Matrix 1)
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Consequences of Failure
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Very likely Low Moderate High Extreme
Likely Low Moderate High High
Somewhat likely Low Low Moderate Moderate
Unlikely Low Low Low Low
Data Final Preliminary Advanced assessment needed No Yes-Type/Reason ________________________________________________
Inspection limitations None Visibility Access Vines Root collar buried Describe ___________________________________________
Notes, explanations, descriptions
1.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
2.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
3.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
4.__________________________________________________________________________________ Residual risk ________
Overall tree risk rating Low Moderate High Extreme
Overall residual risk None Low Moderate High Extreme Recommended inspection interval __________________
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Matrix 2. Risk rating matrix.
Risk Categorization
Mitigation options
Fence Whole tree
Trunk failure
●●●●Low
House/yard ●●●●Moderate
People ●●●●Moderate
Trunk sounded solid
Tree is very healthy
Slope is negligible but drops off on east side of tree
Trunk has no lean
Monitor
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