FY2023 Hazard Tree Removal along Highways and Powerlines
The U.S. Forest Service is proposing to remove dead and dying trees along approximately 10.5 miles of highway and powerline rights-of-way in Covington County. The total acreage is less than 30 acres.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Along several highways and powerlines across the Conecuh National Forest-the main highways includes Alabama Highway 55, Alabama Highway 137, County Roads 2,3,4 and 51, and Giles Road.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/03/2023 |
| Comment Period | 04/28/2023 |
| Decision | 08/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2023 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8); 32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13); 32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Conecuh Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Special Use Authorizations; Timber Sales (Salvage)
Project Decision Information
FY2023 Hazard Tree Removal along Highways and Powerlines
Decision Signed Date: 08/28/2023
Forests:
National Forests in Alabama
Districts:
Conecuh Ranger District
States:
Alabama
Counties:
Covington
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Anthony Edwards
24481 AL HIGHWAY 55
Andalusia, AL 36420
334-241-8159
anthony.j.edwards@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/29/2023