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SOPA Reports
The Schedule of Proposed Actions (SOPA) contains a list of proposed
actions for Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests that will soon begin or are currently undergoing environmental
analysis and documentation. It provides information so that you can become
aware of and indicate your interest in specific proposals. We encourage your
early and ongoing involvement in any proposals of interest to you.
To control soil erosion, control the movement of sediment into local streams or lakes, improve aquatic habitat conditions, and stop unauthorized off-road vehicle use on undesignated roads and trails.
The purpose of this project is to conduct the Southern Cross cyclocross/mountain bike event. The event would use National Forest System (NFS) roads as part of the course including: FS28, FS77, FS42, FS58, and FS80.
Multiple special use applications for: 55 Nine Bike Race, Robert Lewellen, The Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC), and Chris Tilghman to conduct various recreation events on the Blue Ridge Ranger District.
A special use permit for the use of NFS lands in the Mauney Rd area in Union County to conduct guided
equestrian trips.The activity would consist of groups of up to 10 individuals riding directly from the stable to NFS
land via South Mauney Rd.
Special use permits for outfitter/guided hiking, backpacking, and/or camping using National Forest System (NFS) lands administered by the Chattooga River Ranger District.
The purpose of this project is to respond to a request for a special use permit that is not in conflict with mgmt. objectives, and provide a unique recreational opportunity that reflects the resources of the Forest and meets the needs of the public
The purpose of this project is to relocate two segments of the trail to more sustainable locations. This would provide a more sustainable, maintainable, and enjoyable trail experience
The purpose of this project is to reduce impacts that residential development have made to the view shed along the trail corridor and provide for a more enjoyable trail experience.
The project is designed to reduce the risk for southern pine beetle (SPB) infestations in over-crowded pine stands and restore the ecological integrity of those stands by moving them towards a more ecologically appropriate composition.
Decommissioning 1.3 miles of trail at Upper Green Mountain, approx. 8 miles of new trail construction to create loop opportunities around Blue Ridge Lake and near Turkey Farm, and other improvements.
The Blue Ridge WMA check station facility is located approximately 12 miles southeast of Blue Ridge, GA via Rock Creek Road (F.S. Road 69) in Fannin County, GA.
Application for special use authorization to use National Forest System (NFS) lands for recreation events during 2016 in the Blue Ridge Ranger District.
The purpose of this project is to redirect the trail to a sustainable grade and condition at the Courthouse Gap juncture of the Bartram Trail in Rabun County, Georgia. Presently, the trail consists of 0.75 miles of highly eroded trail.
The purpose of the proposed actions are to increase sustainability, reduce resource impacts, minimize long-term maintenance, and provide for a more enjoyable trail experience along the Beasley Knob OHV Trail System.
The Beech Bottom Trail and the South Fork Trail require a small amount of trail relocation and/or work to improve drainage. The Horseshoe Bend Connector Trail is an opportunity to open an existing roadbed to the public for multiple uses.
The purpose of this project is to construct a new trail segment from Flat Top Mountain to Forest Road 64 near Dyer Gap. This segment would be approximately 3700 feet long. This segment would be approximately 3700 feet long.
The proposed action includes two component actions:
- Construction of approximately 0.40 miles of new class 3 hiking trail.
- Closure of approximately 0.25 miles of existing unsustainable trail.
A SUP application has been received from Blue Ridge Fun Bikes, LLC (Authorized Agent: Nancy Smith) requesting a temporary special use outfitter and guide permit to supply bicycle rental on NFS lands on the CONF in Fannin Co., Georgia.
The event would occur on Saturday, April 9, 2011 between 7AM and 6PM. The event would consist of a maximum of 270 individuals canoeing, mountain biking, hiking, and orienteering through parts of the Chattahoochee.
National Forest.
A special use permit to conduct a recreation event on NFS lands between 7AM and 6PM. The event would occur on Saturday, April 14, 2012 between 7AM and 6PM.
The purpose of the project is to respond to a request for a special use permit that is not in conflict
with management objectives and to provide a unique recreational opportunity that reflects the
resources of the Forest.
This electric line would provide existing customers with a more reliable power source and provide a
sufficient power source for the expanding residential use in this area.
Authorization to install a single guy pole and anchor line along Forest Drive in the Mauney
Road area of northern Union County. The total space needed is a 10’ x 10’ area adjacent to the
road and would not require the removal of any trees.
Blue Ridge Mtn. EMC is requesting use of NFS land near the intersection of Low Creek Road and GA 325 in Union County for a power line easement expansion.
The Forest Service is considering two applications that request conveyance of small tracts of National Forest System (NFS) lands on the Chattahoochee National Forest to private landowners per the provisions of the Small Tracts Act.
Chris Tilghman is requesting a special use authorization to conduct a stand-up paddling race at Morganton Point Day Use Area on September 10, 2011. The event participants would begin and end the race at the Morganton Point beach.
Trees to be removed include all pine trees and any leaning and hazardous hardwoods trees that have potential of falling towards any structures. The project area includes approximately 2.6 acres around the perimeter of the work center.
The purpose of this project is to provide accessible toilet facilities in the recreation area by replacing the existing chemical toilets with accessible vault toilets. The existing toilets are in disrepair and need to be either rebuilt or replaced.
The purpose and need for this proposed action is to allow the Forest Service to re-open this recreation area to the public by significantly increasing visitor safety and enjoyment.
The purpose of this project is to provide an accessible and modern toilet facility in the lower parking lot level of the recreation area by replacing the existing facility and relocating it in a more convenient location.
The primary objective of this prescribe burn would be plant community and landscape restoration, wildlife habitat improvement, and fuels reduction in the wildland urban interface.
The district in collaboration with Union Co. and Byron Herbert Reece Society is proposing the adoption of an existing closed road to convert to a beginner-level interpretative hiking trail for recreationist in Union County.
Authorization to install power to the existing concessions building at the Morganton Point Day
Use Area. Installation would consist of placing a single 35’ pole approximately three feet from
the edge of the parking lot.
The Forest Service is proposing an administrative change to the Forest Monitoring Plan to comply with the 2012 Planning Rule (codified at 36 CFR Part 219). This change would add additional questions to the Monitoring and Evaluation program.
The Forest Service is proposing to establish access points for boaters on the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River within the boundaries of three National Forests (Chattahoochee, Nantahala and Sumter).
Communication sites at both locations contain infrastructure supporting emergency response systems critical for public safety. Current maintenance of these sites is confined to areas immediately adjacent to the communication system structures.
The Chatuge Gun Club is proposing to construct a target range on 8 acres of National Forest land. It will include target holders, shooting butts, covered shooting area, storage shed and benches.
The primary focus of the Cooper Creek watershed project is to make the forest more resilient and sustainable by reestablishing a healthy range of age and diversity of tree species, improving wildlife habitat and increasing watershed function.
Gate to be installed at Cottonwood Patch Campground with combination lock. Users who have a reservation will be given the gate code thus having access to their campsite. This will mitigate the vandalism in the campground from day users.
Conduct guide services for hunting/fishing. Hunting services would include the use of several designated Wildlife Management Areas administered by the Georgia DNR that are on NFS lands, including the Chattahoochee, Lake Russell, and Swallow Crk WMAs.
Verizon Wireless is requesting permission to make modifications to their existing antenna configuration and associated equipment located on the SBA Properties tower located on NFS lands in Stephens County, Georgia.
The Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC) is requesting a special use permit to provide rest stops for the participants of the 6 Gap Century/3 Gap Fifty bicycle ride.
This event has been held annually for the past five years. The event will be scheduled for October 5-6, 2019, and each year thru 2023 on the first weekend in October.
An applicant is requesting authorization to use National Forest lands for a variety of outfitter and guided uses, including hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, mountain bike riding and waterfall hikes.
The purpose of this project is to decommission the existing campsites that are within the riparian corridor and create new campsites across the road to reduce erosion and improve bank stabilization and watershed quality
This conveyance authority was created to improve Forest Service operations and provide benefits to the public. The work center site became excess several years ago due to district consolidations.
Trail reroutes for the following trails, Willis Knob, Bartram Trail, Frady Branch Loop Trail, Panther Creek Trail, Three Forks Trail, Sourwood Trail, Rhododendron, Rhododendron Lake Access and Lake Russell Trails.
Seven of the eight project area stands originate from Southern Pine Beetle (SPB) salvage harvests from the late 1980s and early 1990s, which subsequently were planted or naturally regenerated to loblolly pine from 1987 to 1991.
Dockery Creek Homeowners Association (HA) has requested authorization to use a section of non-system road that crosses approximately 1,100 feet of NFS land beyond the county maintained portion of Dockery Creek Road in Union County, GA.
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Authorization to use a section of non-system road that crosses approximately 100 feet on NFS land to access private property for commercial timber harvest. The private property to be accessed is an inholding that is completely surrounded by NFS land.
Host an adventure race on existing National Forest System roads and trails on Saturday March 2, at 5 a.m. and ending on Sunday March 3, 2013 at 4 p.m. The race will take place in Georgia in Murray, Gilmer and Fannin counties. The est. miles is 100mi.
The Blue Ridge Ranger District of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is proposing to improve aquatic organism passage and restore natural hydrological processes in the headwaters of the Mulky Creek watershed in Union County, Georgia.
Robert Lewellen is requesting a special use authorization to conduct a trail race/run on portions of the Coosa Backcountry & Duncan Ridge Trails. The event participants would begin at Vogel State Park, run to White Oak Stomp (25k) or Fish Gap (50k).
The purpose of this project is to improve forest health in over-crowded and fire-excluded stands to lower the risk of insect and disease infestation (particularly southern pine beetle) and reduce susceptibility to damaging wildfire.
The purpose for this proposed project is to improve the health of the forest by decreasing the risk
of insect infestation in over-crowded stands of pine trees.
Special use permits for outfitter/guided hiking, backpacking, and/or camping using National Forest System (NFS) lands administered by the Chattooga River Ranger District.
To investigate the effects of the 2016 fires (Rock Mountain and Rough Ridges) on soil invertebrates in the Conasauga and Chattooga River Ranger Districts
The purpose of this project is to reduce the risk and extent of Emerald Ash Borer infestation, to the extent possible, preserve ash genetics, increase the resiliency, restore ecological integrity where feasible, and provide for public safety.
The purpose of this project is to reduce the risk and extent of Emerald Ash Borer infestation, to the extent possible, preserve ash genetics, increase the resiliency, restore ecological integrity where feasible, and provide for public safety.
A permit has been requested to access private property via National Forest System lands in northeastern Habersham County, Georgia. access road is approx. two miles south of Tallulah Falls via U.S. Hwy. 23/441 to County Road 385-Tugaloo Village Rd.
The Forest Service proposes to reduce the undesirable mid-story of approximately 47 stands classified as oak or oak-pine forest type. Currently, these stands have very dense mid-story canopies of undesirable hardwood stems.
The purpose of this project is to enhance stream habitat conditions for trout and other aquatic species, which will move these areas toward the desired conditions in the Forest Plan.
The Blue Ridge RD is proposing prescribed burning to enhance forest health, improve wildlife habitat diversity and reduce hazardous fuels accumulations on approximately 6,999 acres of National Forest system land.
The use of prescribed fire to meet resource objectives is highly effective, cost efficient, and has multiple benefits such as Forest Health, Wildlife Habitat Improvement and Hazardous Fuel Reduction.
The purpose of this project is to increase fire fighter safety, reduce hazardous fuels accumulations, enhance forest health, and improve wildlife habitat diversity on approx. 364 acres of NF land in Gordon & Murray County, Georgia.
This project burning would enhance forest health, improve wildlife habitat diversity and reduce hazardous fuels accumulation on approximately 3,108 acres of National Forest.
The CRD is proposing prescribed burning to reduce hazardous fuels accumulations. enhance forest health, improve wildlife habitat diversity, and benefit a rare plant population on approximately 2,991 acres of NF system land in Murray and Fanning Co.
Fannin County Water Authority has submitted a request to install a water line across National Forest System lands to supply potable water to residents living at the end of Lake Cove Road.
The F.S. would like to bring all property owners that currently have a dock into compliance by issuing permits to the land owners for their moorings and access, which would consist of the steps, trams, boardwalks, and trails as they currently exist.
To convert three recreation events from temporary permits to five-year term special use permits on National Forest System (NFS) lands administered by the Blue Ridge and Chattooga River Ranger Districts.
The Blue Ridge Ranger District is proposing to permanently close approximately 1.4 miles Forest Service Road 256 - Flatlands Road between Suches Creek and Locust Gap to all motorized vehicular traffic.
Contribute to maintenance or restoration of native tree species whose role in forest ecosystems: (a) has been reduced by past land use; or (b) is threatened by insects and disease, fire exclusion, forest succession or other factors.
The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests is proposing to implement a Forest Order to limit the number of days camping is permitted on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, pursuant to 16 USC 551 and 36 CFR 261.50(a) and (b).
The Blue Ridge Ranger District is proposing to close Forest Service Road 135 and 135-A Three Sisters Road and Three Sisters Spur to all motorized vehicular access under 36 CFR 220.6(d)(1).
The purpose of this project is to redirect the trail to a sustainable grade and condition-avoiding the area where the trail bridge was washed out during the heavy rain event of September 2009.
GADNR has requested permission to install approximately 331 feet of buried phone line within the existing gravel driveway and parking area adjacent to the check station office.
A proposal to install a drilled water well and fence at the Chestatee WMA Check Station. A well is needed due to the poor quality of the water from the existing system. A fence is needed to protect the facilities and equipment from theft/vandalism.
The GDOT is proposing a reasonable and prudent measures that the CONF consider necessary or appropriate to minimize the impacts of anticipated taking on the listed plant species.
The collection work will be done in the Oconee Ranger District. The primary purpose of this plant collection is to be used in undergraduate biology and ecology classes to teach student about common taxa representative of key ecosystem of the SE US.
GA DNR is requesting that their Special Use Permit be amended to permit the construction of an equipment storage building and gravel parking area on the Chestatee Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Lumpkin County, Georgia.
GADNR has requested permission to install a drilled water well at the Rich Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA) check station to supply the facility with potable water.
GDOT will construct (1) northbound passing lane from mile post (MP) 22.90 to MP 24.03 on State Route 15 between Cold Springs Road (north) and Macedonia Road in Greene County.
NOTE: This project is NOTcancelled. It was completed, but a DM isn't required. This project had to be "cancelled" in order to get this project out of the PALS database.
The purpose is to respond to a request for a special use permit that is not in conflict with management objectives and to provide a unique recreational opportunity that reflects the resources of the Forest and meets the needs of the recreating public
Request a permit to extend an existing span of overhead power line and power poles on NFS land in Section 26, Land Lot 151, on FS 631 (Tatum Lead Road) in Murray County, GA.
The primary reasons for conducting road maintenance and hazard tree removal on these two roads are to provide for vehicle safety and day lighting along Glassy Mountain and Wildcat Roads.
The District is considering an application for the issuance of a road right-of-way for access to a private inholding tract adjacent to Glenn Elliot Road, east of Suches, Georgia.
The District is considering an application for the issuance of a utility line right-of-way to provide power and internet to a private inholding tract adjacent to Glenn Elliot Road, east of Suches, Georgia.
The Gooch Mountain Shelter Site is located along the AT, in Union County, GA. It is 15.8 miles from Springer Mountain, the southern terminus of the AT.
The purpose of this project is to implement the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Plan (2004) direction, by addressing TES species habitat, soil, water and transportation needs and opportunities within the Lake Russell WMA.
Request right of way permit to perform road improvements along a segment of County Rd #224, known as Honeystand Road, that borders on National Forest System (NFS) lands. Involves widening existing unpaved to a paved road, 20 ft wide.
The District is proposing to improve aquatic organism passage, reduce the potential of increased downstream sedimentation, and mitigate the risk of impacts to sensitive riparian and aquatic habitats within Metcalf Creek (Rabun County, Georgia).
The Hawk Mtn. Dispersed Camping Improvement Project provides dispersed camping and latrine facilities for hikers along the AT. Currently, there are too many dispersed campsites. Inventory has been conducted, and identified for construction.
The Helenback LLC has requested authorization to conduct the Helenback Trail Run recreation event on Saturday, April 29, 2017. The event would include a full marathon, half marathon, and 5K distance races.
The proposed action is to remove approximately 7.5 acres of timber surrounding the existing landing to reduce canopy height making the landing more accessible. Soft and hard mast producing trees less than 50 ft tall will be left for wildlife habitat.
This project is needed to provide for user safety and visitor satisfaction for the Helton Creek Falls Trail on the Blue Ridge Ranger District. The proposed project consists of maintenance activities of trail and walkways.
Stands found in Hidden Creek were once cleared to harvest timber products and then planted
back to loblolly pine. Today, these stands are very dense and over crowed which leads to
competition among the trees for water and nutrients.
This project will reroute 405 feet of the Houston Valley Trail #181L to improve water drainage ability, reduce erosion potential, and improve visitor use.
The Forest Service, in cooperation with the Georgia State Department of Natural Resources,
proposes to relocate approximately 600 feet of the Dry Creek Trail (Trail 181T) that is experiencing severe erosion and flooding issues.
The purpose of this project is to widen their access road. The HA would responsible for all construction and soil stabilization costs, as well as the long term maintenance of the road.
The purpose and need for this project is to re-establish public access to Mountaintown Creek that bypasses private land in order to provide opportunities for dispersed recreation uses within the Mountaintown Creek drainage.
SUP to Blue Ridge Mountain Electric Membership to install a fiber optic cable on existing pole lines within an approved right of way easement on National Forest System lands.
The purpose of the proposed actions is to reduce soil erosion, minimize subsequent siltation to nearby creeks and branches and minimize long-term maintenance.
The USFS and GA DNR are proposing to cooperatively construct and maintain 8-10 acres of new permanent wildlife opening in the Johns Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA), in compartment 915 and 916 near Pocket County Rd and USFS Rd 232 and 233.
The purpose of the project is to improve trout habitat by adding large woody debris in the form of cover logs and instream structures. This would create pools for holding trout during the warm summer months.
The Forest Service proposes to reconstruct approximately .5 mile of the Keown Falls trail to re-establish a consistent tread width, proper out-sloping and effective drainage in order to enhance the trail long-term sustainability.
To relocate approximately 80 ft. of existing tread of the Lake Chatuge Trail onto a more sustainable side-slope alignment by closing approximately 80 feet of existing unsustainable trail and constructing approximately 90 feet of class 3 hiking trail.
The 1,300 acre Lake Russell Rare Plant Habitat Improvement Project is located within the Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Stephens County, Georgia.
The purpose is to provide a fully accessible restroom at Lake Sinclair Day Use Recreation Area.The need is to reduce future maintenance costs associated with the current structure. Another purpose is toprovide more beach access to the general public.
The Southern Region of the Forest Service is proposing to change its limits of stay at shelters and designated dispersed campsites along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail on several forests of the Southern Region.
The purpose and need for this proposal involves improving the radio communications in the area east of the communications site, including the specific area around Tugaloo and Yonah Lakes and the Tugaloo River and upper Lake Hartwell drainage.
The District proposes to designate and improve seven existing dispersed campsites, discontinue use of and rehabilitate eight unsustainable dispersed campsites, and rehabilitate and install barriers to illegal, non-system road prisms and pull-offs.
Stands found along Taylor’s Ridge were once cleared to harvest timber products and then planted back to loblolly pine. Today, these stands are very dense and over crowed which leads to competition among the trees for water and nutrients.
Consider whether to amend forest plans for three national forests (GA, NC & SC) re: recreation on the upper segment of the Chattooga River. Previous comments will be considered.
Expand infrastructure and amenities at Morganton Point Campground in Fannin County, GA, including extending utility connections and campsites on the North Loop, improving access for larger recreational vehicles, and constructing rental cabins.
The Army proposes to cut all trees within 20 feet of the exterior concrete curb that goes around the airfield. Stumps would be cut to grade level to allow for mowing of prevent future woody vegetation encroachment.
To improve the successful restoration of mountain longleaf pine (and shortleaf pine) on these sites, there is a need to include an additional release option as an alternative to the current options authorized – fire and manual.
The purpose and need for the manual release treatment is to remove competing vegetation from around the planted mountain longleaf pine seedling until prescribed fire can be introduced into the young stands as the primary agent of competition control.
Request a special use permit to provide a spectrum of high quality, nature-based recreation setting and opportunities that reflect the unique or exceptional resources of the interests of the recreating public.
Mulberry Gap Outfitters has requested a renewal of their five-year special use permit. They provide shuttle services, as well as guided hikes and bike rides on select Forest Service Roads and Trails.
The proposed land exchange would provide new administrative
sites on the Chattahoochee National Forest that are more centrally located and would provide for
more efficient management of the Conasauga Ranger District.
The proposed action includes permitting NGEMC of Dalton, GA to install 1 mile of new overhead utility line within an existing GA DOT HWY 136 right-of-way.
Thinning these over-crowded stands would improve forest health, allowing them to become more resilient to
insect and disease and would improve wildlife habitat.
The exercise would involve training and certifying flight crews to attack wildfires by releasing water from a C-130 tanker airplane to hit a specific target, or drop zone.
The purpose of the project is to respond to a request for a special use permit that is not in conflict
with management objectives and to provide a recreational opportunity for the Forest and to meet the needs of the recreating public.
There are 3 OHV areas in the district. Trail use has increased significantly in recent years, thus creating the need of occasional reroutes to increase user safety and ensure future sustainability of the resource.
The purpose of this project is to maintain or improve forest health in pine stands with high stem density to improve forest resiliency and resistance to natural disturbances, disease infestations and insects, particularly southern pine beetle.
The Oconee RD of the Chattahoochee-Oconee NF proposes to authorize new and/or existing special use ROW/Easement permit to be issued to Georgia DOT activities for widening US 441/SR41 corridor within segments totaling 16 acres of NF Lands
The primary purpose of this action is to provide range forage, maintain open pasture, improve pasture conditions, and provide grazing opportunities for interested local farmers.
Request for an authorization to use NFS lands for mooring of and access to a single slip boat dock with electrical service located within the Fishhook Point subdivision in Fannin County, Georgia on Lake Blue Ridge.
SECOND NATURE BLUE RIDGE, LLC, dba BLUE RIDGE THERAPEUTIC
WILDERNESS, is requesting reissuance of an outfitter and guide permit for guided backpacking and camping trips with a term of ten (10) years.
Pangea Adventure Racing, represented by Jeff Leininger, is requesting a special use permit to conduct a recreation event on NFS lands south of Blue Ridge, Georgia. The event would occur beginning Saturday May 12, at 7 AM and ending Sunday May 13 PM.
The purpose of this project is to pave the Woody Gap parking area and also pave the two access roads at Byron Herbert Reece. The two parking areas are significant trail access locations that receive heavy use.
45-acre federal tract to be exchanged for two non-federal tracts. One to be determined and one tract to help consolidate NF adjacent to the Ocmulgee River.
In cooperation with the GA Pinhoti Trail Assoc., the CRD is proposing multiple re-routes totaling 2.5 miles of Forest Development Trail 3 (FDT3), located between Pinhoti 100 trailhead of SR 100 and intersection of FSR 201 and FSR 205.
This project would allow users (hikers, bicyclists, and equestrians) the opportunity to avoid motor vehicle traffic along Peeples Lake Road, thus improving user safety and providing a more scenic trail route.
Salvage harvest will also allow the affected acres to be regenerated to desired native forest types (e.g. oak-shortleaf pine) currently occupied by loblolly pine.
The purpose and need for this project is to reduce the competition in these stands for light and water resources and to decrease the susceptibility of these stands to pest epidemics, including Southern Pine Beetle.
The purpose of this project is for prescribed burning to enhance forest health, recover rare species, improve wildlife habitat diversity, restore bogs and to reduce hazardous fuels accumulations on approximately 14,410 acres on National Forest land.
The purposed of this project is to meet resource objectives such as: Forest Health, Wildlife Habitat Improvement, and Hazardous Fuel Reduction whose
role in forest ecosystems has been reduced by past land use or is threatened by insect, disease/fire
Oconee Ranger District is requesting public comments on changes to the District Motor Vehicle Use Map in an effort to improve water quality, reduce sedimentation and provide for public safety.
Tornado damage due to wind that impacted 60 acres of NF. Looking to only salvage 25 acres that affected the Chattahoochee WMA and the Upper Chattahoochee campground, FS Road 44.
The entire project would involve approximately 1.57 miles, with the south end of the project being the intersection with County Road #216/87 (Persimmon Road) and the north end being the National Forest boundary.
Exchange six tracts totaling 323 acres for seven tracts totaling approx. 700 acres. One tract will provide trail access to Yonah Mtn., while some others are inholdings within the National Forest.
The event would use NFS lands administered by the Chattooga River Ranger District, with the event to be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 for a two to three hour period beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Ms. Moore is authorized to remove one Hemlock tree (approximately 6 inches in diameter), add three loads of dirt to raise elevation of driveway to level of cabin entrance, and gravel the 8x4 parking place.
The Forest Service closely observes these types of special use activities to ensure other forest users, as well as the natural and physical resources, are not adversely affected.
Mid-story removal provides necessary foraging and nesting recruitment habitat for the RCW. Site preparation and planting begins the process of re-establishing suitable RCW habitat.
Aerial treatments of an exotic moth known as Lymantria dispar using mating disruption, Bacillus thuringiensis var. kurstaki, Nucleopolyhedrosis virus, or their combination.
The purpose and need of this project is to maintain the existing relict mountain longleaf and encourage the restoration of a mountain longleaf community to these sites so that this rare community is not lost from Taylor’s Ridge.
The objective of this research is to assess attractiveness of highly-purified exo-brevicomin released by BTB, which may act synergistically with frontalin for attracting SPB to suitable host trees.
The project proposal is to collect specimens of Brood VI 17-year cicadas (Magicicada spp.) infected with the fungus Massospora cicadina for sequencing and analysis of the fungal genome submitted by William J. Davis.
A proposal to investigate genetic and ecological interactions between two species of two-lined salamander (Eurycea wilderae and E. cirrigera) at their zone of contact during the Spring and Summer of this year
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is the oldest Public Arboretum in North America, and is one of the world%u2019s leading research collections of temperate woody plants.
Approval to collect shovelnose salamander (Desmognathus marmoratus) in its natural habitat at Timpson Creek in the Chattooga River Ranger District (CRRD) of the Chattahoochee National Forest.
Several decayed wood logs (fallen trees) in the proposed collection area will be opened with hatchets or rock hammers to find Cryptocercus punctulatus inhabiting inside of the logs.
The study is looking to evaluate the interplay between habitat fragmentation and changing temperature and precipitation for the ecological and evolutionary dynamics of native plant species.
This proposal is to obtain leaf material from individuals of Rhododendron calendulaceum, flame azalea from Brasstown Bald. These collections will be in support of a project by Marshall University undergraduate Ms. Megan Haffner
The proposal is to monitor Terrapene carolina population within a given watershed in the Georgia Blue Ridge to begin to assemble a baseline of data pertaining to local demographics, growth, behavior, and general natural history.
Continue a pheromone trapping study to monitor walnut twig borer and detection of cankers disease fungus in black walnut on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests (CONFs).
This study is looking to understand how elevation influence genetic differentiation and how gene flow influences floral morph distribution in the Blue Ridge Ranger District of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests (CONFs).
A study about genetic variation among wild white fringe tree populations in regards to their tolerance to emerald ash borer attack in the Blue Ridge Ranger District (BRRD).
A study about risk assessment of HWA imidacloprid treatment to pollinating and seed distributing insect associates of the endangered persistent trillium in the Chattooga River Ranger District (CRRD).
A research study to study a surveillance for the exotic invasive Asian longhorned tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis in the Chattooga River Ranger District.
A proposal to study the incidence of parasitism by leeches and trematodes of lungless salamanders in the Blue Ridge and Chattooga River Ranger Districts of Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests.
Requesting use of the Bartram Trail, which is administered by the Chattooga River Ranger District in Rabun County, GA. The applicant proposes to use the trail twice during the summer season (June-August) for hiking and camping.
The purpose and need for this project is to protect and restore the soil and water resources in the Rock
Creek Watershed through eliminating illegal OHV use.
The purpose of the project is to respond to a request for a special use permit that is not in conflict
with management objectives and to provide a unique recreational opportunity.
The purpose of this permit is to authorize the new landowners the use of an existing mooring boat dock, steps, walkway, and rock rip-rap along shoreline.
The operation of these two specific work center sites is becoming physically and financially inefficient. The Forest Service no longer uses the Holly Creek Work Center.
Sharper Bites, a division of Sharper Concepts, LLC, represented by Natalie Sharp, to conduct guided fishing trips on Rock Creek, Little Rock Creek, Noontootla Creek, Stanley Creek and Cooper Creek on the Blue Ridge Ranger District.
This project proposes to remedy past slope/soil failures by excavating compromised soil and replacing with suitable fill, constructing a retaining wall, clearing existing vegetation, addressing water saturation for the area, and rehabilitating a portion of the existing road. Vehicle traffic would be temporary controlled or by use of an onsite detour.
The primary objective for the treatments under this decision would be to address watershed condition problems. Often the sites are narrow trail corridors, less than 6 feet wide, that are lacking water controls.The focus is illegal ATV created trails
The primary objective of this project will be to close this road with gates at both access points (east and west ends), but maintain future access for adjacent landowners and administrative access by the Forest Service.
Six stands (approximately 105 acres) within the Songbird Management Area are proposed for manual and/or mechanical treatment to re-establish ESH conditions. A combination of chainsaw felling of trees and/or a mechanical treatment would be utilized.
Southern Blue Relay Race - The proposed event would be a 200-mile running relay race. The event would begin on Friday, April 23, 2010 at Amicalola State Park and end on Saturday, April 24, 2010 in downtown Helen, GA.
Short-term (up to 2 years) closure order for all caves and abandoned mines in the Southern Region (2 exceptions)to minimize transmission potential of the fungus that continues to cause white nose syndrome in bats that has affected populations.
The purpose of the action is to close caves and mines to minimize the transmission potential of white nose syndrome and for the protection of associated wildlife species.
SUP authorization-AT&T proposal to bury a 48-fiber optic cable, 2.5 miles along Cold Springs Rd and through 4 areas of National Forest Land to reach Private residences in Green County, GA
New Vision Wilderness East is requesting issuance of a special use authorization for a three year term to conduct guided backpacking and camping trips within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.
It is a SUP for a water storage tank on Stonewall Creek Road FSR 20 to maintain a 200,000 gal storage tank, booster pump and 965 feet water transmission line and chain link fence (75 feet long by 10 feet wide).
It is a special use permit for a water transmission pipeline (<12 in diameter) on national forest land. The applicant will maintain a 4,500 feet by 2 feet wide pipeline.
It is a SUP for water use, consist of 0.3 miles one inch waterline, 4x4x6 feet of concrete block reservoir, 300 gal white plastic tank in wire cage for domestic water use at 456 Henry Page Rd, Clayton, GA.
It is a SUP for water use; 0.3 miles one inch waterline, 4x4x6 feet concrete block reservoir, 300 gal white plastic tank in wire cage for domestic water use at 73 I.Farmer Lane, Clayton, GA.
It is a SUP for water use; 0.1 acre of NFS land to maintain a reservoir, pumphouse, 450 feet of pipeline and electric power line for 2 residences for domestic water use at 1328 Kellum Valley Rd, Cleveland, GA.
It is a SUP for water use (0.08 acres NFS land to maintain a concrete reservoir 3x4x6 and 1600 feet line to two residences at 4187 Wolf Pen Gap Rd, Suches, GA.
It is a special use permit (SUP) for domestic water use; the applicant will maintain a concrete spring box and 1500 ft. of waterline for domestic water use.
It is a special use permit (SUP) for a domestic water use; the applicant will maintain a precast concrete spring box at springhead and 950 feet long pipe.
It is a special use permit for a domestic water use on national forest land. The applicant will maintain 1,000 gal. plastic water reservoir, 600 feet 3/4 in pipeline 18 in buried, and a spring box.
It is a special use permit for a domestic water use on national forest land. The applicant will maintain a concrete spring box and 900 feet of plastic hose line buried in old woods road.
It is a special use permit for a domestic water use on NFS lands. The applicant will maintain a concrete reservoir and 150 feet of waterline for domestic water use at a cabin on Jones Creek (formerly Rutledge).
It is a special use permit for a domestic water use on NFS land. The applicant will maintain a collection box and 66 feet of plastic waterline for domestic water use at 532 Nimblewill Gap Rd, Dahlonega, GA.
A special use permits for four outfitter guide services that will take place on National Forest System (NFS) lands administered by the Blue Ridge, Conasauga, and Chattooga River Ranger Districts during calendar year 2022.
A special use permits for four outfitter guide services that will take place on National Forest System (NFS) lands administered by the Blue Ridge, Conasauga, and Chattooga River Ranger Districts during calendar year 2022.
A special use permits for four outfitter guide services that will take place on National Forest System (NFS) lands administered by the Blue Ridge, Conasauga, and Chattooga River Ranger Districts during calendar year 2022.
Request for an authorization to use NFS lands for mooring of and access to a single slip boat dock and attached sun deck extension with electrical service located within the Skytop subdivision in Fannin County, Georgia on Lake Blue Ridge.
Project stands are located in the Storey Mill Creek watershed and include Compartments 946 and 948 on the east side of Taylor Ridge south of US Highway 27. All treatment areas are considered wildland urban interface (WUI).
The conditions in the Sumac Creek Project Area indicate a need to: restore and maintain shortleaf pine and xeric oak woodland communities; maintain oak communities; improve forest health; and increase structural diversity.
Requesting use of multiple trails on the Chattahoochee National Forest, including the Cooper Creek and Yellow Mountain Trails, the Broad River, Chattooga River, Ladyslipper, Lake Russell, and Sourwood, and the Emery Creek and South Fork Trails.
Requesting use of the Bartram Trail (from Hale Ridge Road (F.S. #7) near the NC/GA state boundary to the intersection with the Chattooga River Trail and continuing to Russell Bridge at Hwy. 28).
The purpose of the project is to replace an existing failing culvert with a larger culvert that will be able to control large volumes of water within Line Branch during storm and high rainfall events.
Request for authorization to maintain an existing tower on the Dug Gap Mountain telecommunications site on NFS land in Section 12, Land Lot 308, Whitfield County, GA.
Special use permits for outfitter/guided hiking, backpacking, and/or camping using National Forest System (NFS) lands administered by the Chattooga River Ranger District.
The BRRD is seeking comments on a proposal to commercially salvage 60 acres of wind damaged timber located in Fannin County, GA near the intersection of the Toccoa River and Cooper Creek.
Activities as part of this decision will be limited to the cutting and piling of encroaching woody vegetation and invasive herbaceous species through the use of hand tools only and rare plant outplanting.
Proposing to salvage wind damaged timber located in four separate watersheds on the Chattooga River Ranger District (White and Rabun County, GA). They include: Martin Branch, Tray Mountain, Wildcat and Timpson Creek areas.
Proposal to install a boardwalk, install 3 small bridges and harden approximately 300 ft. of trail surface (The Project) across creeks, tributaries and wet depressions intersecting the Town Creek ATV Trail (TCATV).
The purpose of this project is to issue a special use authorization to conduct an adventure race known as the Jackrabbit Mountain Adventure Race on NFS lands east of Hiawassee, GA. The event would occur on Saturday, March 17, 2012 between 7AM & 7PM.
The purpose of the project is to enhance stream habitat conditions for brook trout and other
aquatic species, which will move these areas toward the desired conditions in the Forest Plan.
The purpose of this project is to replace two culverts on Tumbling Creek Road with open bottom “arch” type culverts. Both above and below the culverts, the streambed would be restored to its natural condition.
Requesting a multi-year permit to host a marathon and half marathon on existing National Forest roads and trails. If approved the initial authorization of this permit will occur April 18, 2013. The total race distance is estimated at 9 miles.
The Forest Service is in the process of considering 2 applications that request conveyance of small tracts of National Forest System (NFS)lands on the CONF to private landowners per the provisions of the Small Tracts Act.
USDA Forest Service officials propose to change recreation fees at several sites on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. The public is invited to provide input on proposed fees changes until September 18, 2017.
The purpose of this project is to construct 12 long-line aerial hoist points within the Chattahoochee National Forest north of Dahlonega, Georgia. The hoist points would allow Camp Merrill to evacuate trainees that are critically injured.
The conditions in the Upper Warwoman Project Area indicate a need to restore and maintain shortleaf pine/table mountain pine/pitch pine and Dry Mesic Oak woodland communities, maintain and regenerate oak and oak-pine forests, and improve W/L habitat
The purpose of this project is to restore and/or maintain oak, shortleaf pine, and mountain longleaf pine communities, and associated open woodland habitats.
A permit has been requested to access private property via NFS lands in eastern Habersham County, Georgia. The proposed route of access would follow an existing gravel road that has been in use for many years. The right-of-way is approx. 365' x 10'.
A proposal to install a drilled water well at the Warwoman WMA Check Station. A well is needed due to poor quality (not potable)of the water from the existing system.
The primary purpose of this proposal is to improve habitat conditions for the above mentioned plants and animals by creating and maintaining a mosaic of pine / oak “woodland” conditions.
The purpose of this project is to perform maintenance on the sections of trail that are draining poorly and construct or relocate five miles of trail in conjunction with the decommissioning of tow miles of existing trail.
Windstream’s permit request consists of installing a new overhead cable within an existing powerline right-of-way from Hwy 100 (Lickskillet Road) to the state-owned fire tower at High Point.
The proposed projects would involve installation of fiber optic cable and other electronic equipment along existing road and utility corridors through NFS lands, as follows: Currahee Mtn., Glassy Mtn., and Guard Camp Road.
The project would involve installation of fiber optic cable and other electronic equipment along existing road and utility corridors along Forest Service, state, county and local public roads through approx. 30 total miles of NFS lands.
Environmental documentation to support a Special Uses Permit for Windstream, which seeks to expand its broadband internet service to rural homes and businesses in accordance with relevant legislation and Executive Orders.
The project is located in the Cooper Creek Recreation Area, the Yellow Mountain Trail follows and old logging road for 3.2 miles through forest of hemlock, pine and hardwood.
