North Fork South Branch Potomac River Riparian Planting
This project proposes to plant approximately two acres of native tree and shrub species between an existing cultivation field & the North Fork of the South Branch Potomac River to expand the existing riparian buffer and mitigate future flood damage.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Located approx 0.2 mile south of Seneca Rocks Discovery Center, along the edge of a hay cultivation field and adjacent to the existing riparian buffer of the NF South Branch Potomac River.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/21/2021 |
| Decision | 05/2021 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2021 (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:
Potomac Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
North Fork South Branch Potomac River Riparian Planting
Decision Signed Date: 05/07/2021
Forests:
Monongahela National Forest
Districts:
Potomac Ranger District
States:
West Virginia
Counties:
Pendleton
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Chad Landress
2499 North Fork Hwy
Petersburg, WV 26847
304-456-3335 x128
chad.m.landress@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/12/2021