Post Helene Reforestation and Revegetation
Site reparation, planting/seeding, NNIS control, and stand improvement in areas of the Pisgah National forest with tree/vegetation damage from high winds and flooding.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Areas across the three Ranger Districts of the Pisgah National Forest that were damaged by Tropical Storm Helene high winds and flooding.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 06/23/2025 |
| Comment Period | 06/23/2025 |
| Decision | 10/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
Nrcs 7 Cfr 650.6 D(1); Nrcs 7 Cfr 650.6 D(11)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
National Forests In North Carolina All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
National Forests In North Carolina
Districts:
National Forests In North Carolina All Units
States:
North Carolina
Counties:
Avery; Buncombe; Burke; Caldwell; Haywood; Henderson; McDowell; Madison; Mitchell; Transylvania; Yancey
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jason Herron
160 Zillicoa St.
Asheville, NC 28801
828-689-9694 ex: 112
jason.herron@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/23/2025