The Forest Service proposes controlled burns on approximately 4,710 acres. The district plans to burn these areas every 2-3 years. Both dormant and growing season burns would be done.
Location
Proposed prescribed burn areas are located in six different areas on the district.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/04/2012
2
Comment Period
06/04/2012
3
Decision
10/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
10/2012 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels) |
| Fiscal Year 2013 Controlled Burning | Decision Signed Date: 10/03/2012 Legal Notice Date: 10/05/2012 |
| Forests | Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests |
| Districts | Andrew Pickens Ranger District |