Decision Memo Completed

Chattahoochee False Foxglove Habitat Improvement

Cherokee National Forest Polk, Tennessee Ocoee - Hiwassee Ranger District

Open the canopy so the existing population can spread. Cut trees(small diameter Virginia Pine and a few hardwood) using chainsaws. The downed trees would then be pulled back a short distance into the forested area adjacent to the site.

Location

Along Hwy 64 near the Ocoee Marina

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/25/2018
2
Decision
05/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
Chattahoochee False Foxglove Habitat ImprovementDecision Signed Date: 05/02/2018
ForestsCherokee National Forest
DistrictsOcoee - Hiwassee Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants