Paoli Tornado Response and Research Project
The Hoosier National Forest proposes to implement salvage logging and removal of stream blockages within the Paoli Experimental Forest. Tree planting and deer exclosure fencing are also proposed for research purposes.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Paoli Experimental Forest, Orange County, IN
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/12/2023 |
| Decision | 08/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2024 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13); 32.2 (19), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(19)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Hoosier National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Watershed Management; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Research; Forest Products
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Research And Development; Timber Sales (Salvage); Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Paoli Tornado Response and Research Project
Decision Signed Date: 08/27/2024
Forests:
Hoosier National Forest
Districts:
Tell City Ranger District
States:
Indiana
Counties:
Orange
Legal Land Description:
T1N, R1W; Sections 10 and 15
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Justin Swaim
811 Constitution Avenue
Bedford, IN 47421
812-547-9237
justin.swaim@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/27/2024