Decision Memo Completed

FY11 Prescribed Burn - East Newman Burn Unit

Ouachita National Forest Scott, Arkansas Cold Springs Ranger District

Proposal to conduct multi-purpose prescribed burning treatments on a 3-5 year rotational basis.

Location

Compartments 311, 312, 313, 314, 315, 317, 318, and 321 (selected stands)

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/26/2011
2
Decision
04/2011 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2011 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments
Prescribed Burning East Newman Burn UnitDecision Signed Date: 04/20/2011
ForestsOuachita National Forest
DistrictsCold Springs Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionVarious
Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants