Ruffed Grouse Habitat Enhancement Project
The Cumberland District would create and maintain a mosaic structure on approximately 5,000 acres of their designated 3.H. Ruffed Grouse Habitat Prescription Area through silvicultural treatments and prescribed fire.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Northeast of Cave Run Lake in Rowan County, Kentucky, Cumberland Ranger District.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 07/28/2023 |
| Decision | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Cumberland Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Daniel Boone National Forest
Districts:
Cumberland Ranger District
States:
Kentucky
Counties:
Rowan
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jameson Pierce
2375 Kentucky 801 S
Morehead, KY 40351
606-784-6428 x 108
Jameson.Pierce@usda.gov
Last Updated: 3/27/2025