This project proposes to treat vegetation and conduct related management activities improving forest health and sustainability of the oak-hickory ecosystems while also improving wildlife habitat.
Location
The majority of the project lies in the northwest corner of Jackson County. A small portion overlaps into the northeast corner of Lawrence County.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/20/2023
2
Comment Period
10/20/2023
3
Objection Period Start
04/26/2024
4
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
08/2024 (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; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements |
| Houston South Vegetation Management and Restoration Project Supplement | Decision Signed Date: 08/14/2024 |
| Forests | Hoosier National Forest |
| Districts | Brownstown Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |