Decision Memo Completed

2020 Solomon Hollow Prescribed Burn And Cedar Removal

Mark Twain National Forest Phelps, Missouri Mark Twain National Forest All Units

The purpose of the Solomon Hollow Prescribed Burn and Cedar Removal Project is to restore, maintain and enhance the Roubidoux sandstone glades and savanna ecosystem within Solomon Hollow State Natural Area.

Location

The community of Edgar Springs lies approximately three miles south of the project area, and the city of Rolla lies approximately 11 miles north of the project area.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/17/2020
2
Decision
07/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2020 (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); Species Habitat Improvements
2020 Solomon Hollow Prescribed Burn And Cedar RemovalDecision Signed Date: 07/14/2020
ForestsMark Twain National Forest
DistrictsHouston / Rolla / Cedar Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 35 North, Range 8 West Sections 8 and 17
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsSpecial area managementFuels management