FY 10 Ironton District Wetland Restoration
Restore the project areas to shallow wetlands that mimic natural oxbows and shallow, scour-pool depressions that historically occurred in low-lying fields in southern Ohio. The wetland pools will vary in depth from several inches to several feet. Project includes: - Removal of saplings and other woody plants. - Construction of low levees using heavy equipment, - Shaping pool bottom, - Mulching and seeding levees, - Planting native tree species, - Installing signs, fences and gates, - Installing footpaths, benches and small parking areas, - Maintaining the resulting wetland, including control of non-native invasive species, mowing and management of water levels.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
3 locations: 1) 3 mi NW of Cadmus, Galia Co; 2) 1 1/2 mi NW of Buckhorn, 3) 1 1/2 mi NNE of Pedro, Lawrence Co, Ohio
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/08/2009 |
| Decision | 12/2011 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 12/2012 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Ironton Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
FY 10 Ironton District Wetland Restoration
Decision Signed Date: 12/30/2011
Forests:
Wayne National Forest
Districts:
Ironton Ranger District
States:
Ohio
Counties:
Gallia; Lawrence
Legal Land Description:
T3N R18W, N1/2 of Section 4; T5N R16W, SE1/4 of Section 19; T2N R18W, N1/2 of Section 15
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Patrick Mercer
6518 State Route 93
Pedro, OH 45659
740-534-6500
pamercer@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 3/19/2012