Approximately 5000 acres located south of highway 278 will be proposed for treatment to restore longleaf pine woodland habitat on suitable and manageable sites or conduct treatments that places stands on the path of longleaf restoration.
Location
South of HWY 278 within Middle Clear Creek, Rockhouse Creek-Sipsey Fork and Loweer Clear Creek watersheds.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/15/2022
2
Comment Period
08/14/2024
3
01/22/2025
4
Objection Period Start
11/27/2024
5
Decision
01/2025 (Estimated)
6
Implementation
01/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Scenery Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements |
| Pinetucky Longleaf Woodland Restoration Project | Decision Signed Date: 01/22/2025 |
| Forests | National Forests in Alabama |
| Districts | Bankhead Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |