Decision Memo Completed

Midstory Removal Proposal

Daniel Boone National Forest Clay; Leslie, Kentucky Redbird Ranger District

Approximately 7,000 acres are proposed for the reduction/removal of the mid-story layer using hand tools to work towards 1.K-Objective1.E of the DBNF Forest Plan

Location

Locations scattered throughout the district, within the Red Bird River watershed

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
02/12/2010
2
Decision
02/2011 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2011 (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
Midstory RemovalDecision Signed Date: 02/08/2011
ForestsDaniel Boone National Forest
DistrictsRedbird Ranger District
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants