This project would add large wood to streams by cutting down some trees and placing them in streams and the Chauga River. The intent is to improve fish and other aquatic habitat by creating pools and providing organic matter for invertebrate species.
Location
Chauga River watershed and tributaries
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/24/2018
2
Decision
08/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2018 (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 | Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements |
| Large Wood Additions to Streams/Rivers in the Chauga River Watershed System | Decision Signed Date: 08/13/2018 |
| Forests | Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests |
| Districts | Andrew Pickens Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |