The proposed prescribed burning is part of long-term research goals and objectives of the Crossett Experimental Forest. The project is a timber stand and wildlife habitat improvement project that does not include the use of herbicides.
Location
Sections 21, 22, 27, and 28 of Township 19S Range 8W
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/10/2015
2
Decision
02/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
02/2017 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Research And Development |
| Crossett Experimental Forest (SRS 4159) Prescribed Fire 2016 | Decision Signed Date: 02/01/2017 |
| Forests | Ouachita National Forest |
| Districts | Jessieville Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Sections 21, 22, 27, and 28 of Township 19S Range 8W |