2026 Bankhead Forest Health
Manage southern yellow pine stands by thinning or clearcutting to reduce the risk of damage by southern pine beetles, reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire, improve wildlife habitat and restore areas to their desired future conditions.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Bankhead National Forest
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/2026 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 07/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.3 (5)
Special Authority:
Hfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Lead Management Unit:
Bankhead Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Forests:
National Forests in Alabama
Districts:
Bankhead Ranger District
States:
Alabama
Counties:
Franklin; Lawrence; Winston
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jason Harris
P.O. Box 278
Double Springs, AL 35553
205-489-5111
jason.j.harris@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/17/2025