Decision Memo Completed

Mills Creek Yellow Pine Restoration Project

George Washington and Jefferson National Forests Augusta, Virginia Glenwood and Pedlar Ranger Districts

Prescribed burn in conjunction with mechanical treatments on order to promote the regeneration of Southern Yellow Pine species (such as Pitch Pine and Short-leaf Pine) within a 1,179 acre project area.

Location

Project Area is located north of Sherando Recreation Area and south of the Coal Road (FSR 42).

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
02/07/2014
2
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2014 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Mill Creek Yellow Pine Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/09/2014
ForestsGeorge Washington and Jefferson National Forest
DistrictsGlenwood and Pedlar Ranger Districts
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)