Red Oak Bark Crack: Tree Likely Dying

Red oak with bark crack at base. Canopy thin/sparse. Photos show #20 and #22.

Assessment

Tree appears dying (thin foliage). Crack could be symptom or cause. Without ground inspection, cause unclear.

Recommendation

• Remove tree.
• Or try fertilizing (10-10-10, 1 lb/inch diameter) but low expectation.
• Contact state forestry agency for free forester visit.