The project would restore native vegetation in stands currently composed of non-native loblolly pine. The intent is to restore native species and habitats, increase diversity and viability of plant and animals in the long term.
Location
The project is located in the Andrew Pickens RD, Sumter National Forest, Region 8
Project timeline
1
NOI in Federal Register
03/08/2010
2
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
12/31/2012
3
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
05/22/2013
4
Decision
05/2013 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
08/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements |
| AP Loblolly Pine Removal and Restoration Project | Decision Signed Date: 05/22/2013 Legal Notice Date: 05/24/2013 |
| Forests | Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests |
| Districts | Andrew Pickens Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | The AP Native Vegetation Restoration is a district wide project, and includes approximately 40 compartments located across the Andrew Pickens Ranger District in Oconee County, South Carolina. |