Decision Memo Completed

Swamp Fox Forest Health Project

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests Berkeley; Charleston, South Carolina Francis Marion Ranger District

Lower the risk of a southern pine beetle outbreak and restore native ecosystems on approximately 2,346 acres of the Francis Marion National Forest.

Location

Project proposes to treat approximately 2,346 acres in Berkeley and Charleston Counties, SC.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/27/2019
2
Decision
09/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2019 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Swamp Fox Forest Health ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/12/2019
ForestsFrancis Marion and Sumter National Forests
DistrictsFrancis Marion Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products