Armuchee Ridges 2 Thinning and Restoration Project
The primary objectives of this project are to restore and maintain native forest communities, reduce stand density in pine and pine-oak stands, expand prescribed fire use, enhance terrestrial and aquatic habitat diversity, and refine the road system.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
41,503 acres of National Forest System lands on the Armuchee
unit of the Conasauga Ranger District, located in Chattooga, Floyd, Gordon, and Walker counties.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 10/04/2023 |
| Comment Period | 05/28/2024 |
| Objection Period Start | 08/14/2024 |
| Decision | 04/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 04/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Conasauga Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Fuels Management; Watershed Management; Road Management
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact for the Armuchee Ridge
Decision Signed Date: 04/06/2025
Forests:
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Districts:
Conasauga Ranger District
States:
Georgia
Counties:
Chattooga; Floyd; Gordon; Walker
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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William Hunter
3941 Highway 76
Chatsworth, GA 30705
706-695-6736 x113
william.hunter@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/11/2025