Decision Memo Completed

ACW Cedar Removal Project

Mark Twain National Forest Christian; Ozark; Taney, Missouri Ava / Cassville / Willow Springs Ranger District

This project seeks to address ecological degradation of natural community types and to address a public request for forest products via various vegetation management activities on the Ava/Cassville/Willow Springs (ACW) Ranger District.

Location

Project is spread across the Ava portion of the ACW Ranger District. Larger cities such as Springfield, MO are within 20 miles of the closest stands.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/04/2025
2
Decision
07/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ACWRD Cedar Removal ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/22/2025
ForestsMark Twain National Forest
DistrictsAva / Cassville / Willow Springs Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)