Decision Memo Completed

Prescribed Burning New Parcel Additions (Forest Compartments 122-131)

National Forests in Florida Columbia, Florida Osceola Ranger District

The project aims to enhance wildlife habitat and reduce forest fuels to mitigate for catastrophic wildfires.

Location

Northwestern part of the Osceola National Forest. In forest compartments 122-131.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/12/2024
2
Decision
01/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2025 (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 ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
Prescribed Burning New Parcel Additions (Forest Compartments 122-131)Decision Signed Date: 01/21/2025
ForestsNational Forests In Florida
DistrictsOsceola Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management