Ocala Fisheries Management Project
The purpose of this project is to effectively mitigate non-native aquatic infestations and to restore ecological balance to the ponds located within the Ocala National Forest.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
This project will occur across the Ocala National Forest.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/16/2024 |
| Comment Period | 06/20/2025 |
| Decision | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Seminole Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Ocala Fisheries Management Project
Decision Signed Date: 07/15/2025
Forests:
National Forests In Florida
Districts:
Seminole Ranger District
States:
Florida
Counties:
Lake; Marion
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Clayton Coates
40929 State Road 19
Umatilla, FL 32784
352-669-3153
clayton.coates@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/17/2025