Tract L-16-L Encroachment
Encroachment by adjacent private landowner into tract L-16L in El Yunque NF, including earth and vegetation removal, construction of improvements, and planting of non-native species. Landowner will assume all restoration of the area.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Tract L-16L is located in the municipality of Canovanas in Puerto Rico. It is found along Road PR-186 km 10.8.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/02/2024 |
| Decision | 06/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 02/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
El Yunque National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements
Project Decision Information
Restoration Following Encroachment in Tract L-16L
Decision Signed Date: 06/25/2024
Forests:
El Yunque National Forest
Districts:
El Yunque National Forest All Units
States:
Puerto Rico
Counties:
Canovanas
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Gabriela Morales
HC01 Box 13490
Rio Grande, PR 00745-9625
787-456-6911
Gabriela.Morales@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/7/2025