Decision Memo Completed

Post Helene Reforestation and Revegetation

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Site reparation, planting/seeding, NNIS control, and stand improvement in areas of the Pisgah National forest with tree/vegetation damage from high winds and flooding.

Location

Areas across the three Ranger Districts of the Pisgah National Forest that were damaged by Tropical Storm Helene high winds and flooding.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/23/2025
2
Decision
02/2026 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
02/2026 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical ExclusionNrcs 7 Cfr 650.6 D(1); Nrcs 7 Cfr 650.6 D(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Watershed Improvements
Post Helene Reforestation and RevegetationDecision Signed Date: 02/04/2026
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Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed management