The primary purpose of this project is to reduce the fuel loading and restore forest health in areas that were damaged by Hurricane Michael by removing downed and damaged trees.
Location
Damaged areas included in this project include the Chipola Experimental Forest (compartment 198), three stands near the Apalach ranger district workcenter (4-16, 4-17, 13-3, 14-1, 24-2)and other areas
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/31/2018
2
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2018 (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 | Biomass; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Scenery Management; Timber Sales (Salvage) |
| Hurricane Michael Timber Stand Improvement Project | Decision Signed Date: 11/15/2018 |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Apalachicola Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |