Defects

Tree trunk with a visible crook or sweeping curve, indicating a form defect.

Crook or sweep in the tree trunk

Tree trunk with a large bulge or swelling on the right side

A bulge, swelling, or canker on the trunk

Tree trunk with large burls protruding from the side

Burls on the trunk

Tree with several large, dead limbs extending from the trunk.

Large dead limbs along the trunk

Tree trunk with a large, dark cavity indicating internal rot and hollowness.

Cavities indicate that a trunk is rotten and hollow

Tree trunk with a small, vertical cavity.

Cavities indicate that a trunk is rotten and hollow

Tree trunk with a long vertical seam or crack.

Seams or shakes caused by wind, lightning, or frost (crack) damage