Decision Memo Completed

Ash Tree Removal at Bee Rock and Rockcastle Developed Recreation Areas

Daniel Boone National Forest Laurel; Pulaski, Kentucky London Ranger District

We propose to remove ash trees infested with Emerald Ash Borer within two developed recreation areas. The project would entail cutting and leaving, or cutting and removing hazard trees using manual tree felling or mechanized equipment.

Location

Bee Rock Campground (Laurel and Pulaski Co. sides) and Rockcastle Campground, (Laurel County) near the communities of Mt. Victory and Bald Rock, Kentucky.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/28/2017
2
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2017 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (14), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(14)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Facility Maintenance; Special Area Management
Ash Tree Removal at Bee Rock and Rockcastle Developed Recreation AreasDecision Signed Date: 10/24/2017
ForestsDaniel Boone National Forest
DistrictsLondon Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation managementSpecial area managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Facility management