This project would improve approximately 2,900 acres of young (less than 30 years of age) sapling/pole-sized mixed hardwood stands by thinning the current overcrowded conditions. This would promote healthier stands and improve wildlife habitat.
Location
Approximately 75% of the stands to be treated are in the Bear Gap area of Jackson County and northeast to Owsley Co. Remaining stands are in Laurel, Rockcastle, Whitley, and Lee Counties.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/23/2016
2
Decision
08/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
12/2016 (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 | Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Bear Gap Stand Improvement Project | Decision Signed Date: 08/16/2016 |
| Forests | Daniel Boone National Forest |
| Districts | London Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |