Yes, it was identified as a tree requiring root crown inspection when I did a tree management plan for the School, two very small fruiting bodies of
Ganoderma spp, when the root crown inspection was done well here's the photos;
First the second closer inspection of the above grade root crown
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Close up of the fruiting bodies
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After airknife excavation, hand saw easily pushed in to the hilt through one main buttress just below grade
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A good look at the extensive root decay through three main buttress roots all holding (or rather not) against falling into the road under wind loading
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Sean