Decision Memo Completed

Wedington Healthy Forest Restoration Project

Ozark-St. Francis National Forest Benton; Washington, Arkansas Boston Mountain Ranger District

Thinning of overstocked pine and hardwood stands to improve health and vigor of remaining trees in area which has been subject to insect and disease infestation.

Location

Wedington Unit: multiple sections in Townships 17N Range 32W and T 16N R32W. Stands are near Chambers Springs, North Twin Special Interest Area and Lake Wedington.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/06/2018
2
Decision
01/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
02/2019 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Wedington Healthy Forest Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/31/2019
ForestsOzark-St. Francis National Forests
DistrictsBoston Mountain Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed management