Decision Memo On Hold

Forest Order for Sipsey Wilderness Restrictions

National Forests in Alabama Franklin; Lawrence; Winston, Alabama Bankhead Ranger District

To meet the goal of public safety and health, and minimize negative impacts to wilderness character, natural resource managers must review the risks associated various activities within Wilderness areas.

Location

Northwest part of the Bankhead National Forest.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/13/2022
2
Decision
01/1970 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2023 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.12 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityOrder Creation/Modification
Decision Decided Date06/17/2026
ForestsNational Forests in Alabama
DistrictsBankhead Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Regulations, directives, orders