Northside Restoration Project
Approximately 2,274 acres of vegetation management including silvicultural treatments, prescribed burning, and wildlife opening management in the Alarka and Plott Balsam Mountain Ranges. The project is a part of a costewardship initiative with EBCI.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
In the vicinity of the Alarka and Plott Balsam Mountain Ranges
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/08/2024 |
| Decision | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 12/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Nantahala Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Trail Management
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
National Forests In North Carolina
Districts:
Nantahala Ranger District
States:
North Carolina
Counties:
Jackson; Macon; Swain
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Taylor Britt
90 Sloan Road
Franklin, NC 28734
435-231-3462
Taylor.Britt@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/3/2025