The project addresses areas in Cave Mtn impacted by a tornado for restoration, improving forest health through reducing insect threats and increasing resiliency to insects and disease, and reducing heavy, hazardous fuel loadings.
Location
Bibb and Perry Counties, Alabama, Cave Mountain Area about 2 miles south of Pondville, AL
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/07/2021
2
Decision
05/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2021 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3 (5) |
| Special Authority | Hfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage) |
| Cave Mountain Restoration Project | Decision Signed Date: 05/10/2021 |
| Forests | National Forests in Alabama |
| Districts | Oakmulgee Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Multiple sections in T22N, R8E and T22N, R7E |