Evaluation and treatment of up to 3000 acres to reduce the risk of southern pine beetle infestation and spread. Activities include commercial harvest (clearcut with reserves, thinning), site prep, Rx burning, herbicide use, and road maintenance.
Location
South of US Hwy 84/98, between Roxie and Meadville, MS.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/26/2017
2
Decision
07/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3 (5) |
| Special Authority | Hfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green) |
| Richardson Creek HFRA Project | Decision Signed Date: 12/19/2017 (FS Withdrawn) |
| Decision Memo: Richardson Creek HFRA Project | Decision Signed Date: 07/20/2018 |
| Forests | National Forests In Mississippi |
| Districts | Homochitto Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |