Decision Memo Completed

Aerial Fertilization

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests Chester; Fairfield, South Carolina Enoree Ranger District

Aerial Fertilization would be completed using a helicopter with GPS control "Sat-Lock". A high nitrogen, slow-release fertilizer would be applied during the spring months on 1,454 acres.

Location

Compartment 11,17,18,54,55,56,59 and 62

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/24/2016
2
Decision
05/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2016 (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 ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Aerial FertilizationDecision Signed Date: 05/18/2016
ForestsFrancis Marion and Sumter National Forests
DistrictsEnoree Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)