Decision Memo Completed

Southern Pine Beetle FY18 Restoration

National Forests in Alabama Franklin; Lawrence; Winston, Alabama Bankhead Ranger District

This project is to allow for the salvage cut of between 1661 and 3000 acres to restore areas of the forest which have been affected by southern pine beetle. After the cut these area will be managed on an individual basis for desired future condition.

Location

This projects will span the entire Bankhead National Forest to accommodate for the dispersal of southern pine beetle spots.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
02/09/2018
2
Decision
04/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
Southern Pine Beetle FY18 RestorationDecision Signed Date: 04/25/2018
ForestsNational Forests in Alabama
DistrictsBankhead Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)