Decision Memo Completed

Midstory Removal in Longleaf Pine Stands

National Forests in Alabama Bibb; Hale, Alabama Oakmulgee Ranger District

Treat approximately 490 acres of midstory vegetation in longleaf pine stands currently used by red-cockaded woodpeckers (RCW) as either nesting or foraging habitat. Treatment areas are located within or adjacent to 13 active RCW clusters.

Location

Hale and Bibb County, Alabama

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/03/2013
2
Comment Period
06/26/2013
3
Decision
07/2013 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
08/2013 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Midstory Removal in Longleaf Pine Stands (Compt. 23/24)Decision Signed Date: 07/26/2013 Legal Notice Date: 07/26/2013
ForestsNational Forests in Alabama
DistrictsOakmulgee Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Land management planningWildlife, fish, rare plantsForest products