Four areas consisting of a mix of field and forest will be prescribe burned to control hardwood encroachment. Saplings may also be cut using chainsaws or a masticator head (skid steer). Native seed will be scattered to enhance herbaceous vegetation.
Location
One area in Butler County and 2 areas in Wayne County, and one area crosses into both Butler and Wayne Counties. These areas are known as Adams Tract, King Tract, Hockinberry Hollow, and Wolf Hollow.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/19/2019
2
Comment Period
05/22/2019
3
Decision
10/2019 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
11/2019 (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 | Species Habitat Improvements |
| Wildlife Habitat Enhancement Project | Decision Signed Date: 10/21/2019 |
| Forests | Mark Twain National Forest |
| Districts | Poplar Bluff Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |