Decision Memo In Progress

Compartment 52, 54, 68 Mulching Project

National Forests and Grasslands in Texas Walker, Texas Sam Houston Ranger District

This project would involve removing small to mid-sized woody vegetation utilizing a combination of mechanical treatment and hand tools to improve the diversity, increase herbaceous vegetation, and mitigate smoke management issues.

Location

This proposed mulching project would take place in compartments 52, 54 and 68 of the Sam Houston National Forest.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/17/2024
2
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNational Forests In Texas
DistrictsSam Houston Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management