Decision Memo Completed

Burson's Lake Dam Removal

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests Oconee, South Carolina Andrew Pickens Ranger District

We propose removing the man-made dam which created Burson's Lake and restoring the stream channel.

Location

Burson's Pond is located in the southern portion of the Andrew Pickens Ranger District at Forest Service Road 2751, south of US Highway 76 and north of Forest Service Road 757.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/16/2020
2
Decision
06/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2020 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Burson's Lake Dam RemovalDecision Signed Date: 06/19/2020
ForestsFrancis Marion and Sumter National Forests
DistrictsAndrew Pickens Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management