The project proposes to complete non-commercial silvicultural and wildlife activities and prescribed fire in the Miller Ridge area of the Tellico Ranger District. The work would aim to improve forest health and wildlife habitat.
Location
The project is located approximately 30 miles east of Madisonville, TN in Monroe County.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/31/2025
2
Comment Period
12/17/2025
3
Decision
01/2026 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements |
| Restoration of Dry Forest Communities-Miller Ridge | Decision Signed Date: 01/21/2026 |
| Forests | Cherokee National Forest |
| Districts | Tellico Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |