Understory maintenance burning to improve habitat conditions for wildlife and reduce hazardous fuels.
Location
Compartment 51 and 52
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/16/2015
2
Decision
02/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2016 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements |
| Forests | Cherokee National Forest |
| Districts | Watauga Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |