This project would attempt to restore native shortleaf pine in areas where offsite loblolly pine currently is growing. Some areas are lands that have been acquired by the Ozark-St Francis NFs. Eastern red cedar and firewood may be included in this.
Location
This project is located across the district where acquired lands have been planted in loblolly or where loblolly occurs in acquired timber company land due to past management actions prior to FS owned
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/27/2019
2
Comment Period
11/28/2019
3
Decision
12/2020 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
01/2021 (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; Timber Sales (Green) |
| 2019 Shortleaf Restoration Project | Decision Signed Date: 12/08/2020 |
| Forests | Ozark-St. Francis National Forests |
| Districts | Bayou Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |