The purpose of this project is to increase the resilience and proper function of ecological systems within the watershed while providing for forest structural diversity, species diversity, soil and water conservation, and sustainable recreation.
Location
Located on National Forest lands within Botetourt County. It is approximately 3 miles East of Arcadia, Virginia. The project area encompasses the entirety of the Jennings Creek watershed.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
07/03/2024
2
Comment Period
01/2025 (Estimated)
3
Objection Period Start
03/2025 (Estimated)
4
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Road Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Species Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements |
| Forests | George Washington and Jefferson National Forest |
| Districts | Glenwood and Pedlar Ranger Districts |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |