Caney Branch Prescribed Fire Interpretive Trail
The project would construct a 36-48 inch wide, 1.1-mile-long, native surface trail in the Buck Branch burn unit. The trail would include viewing areas, fire interpretive kiosks,native plantings, selective tree removal, and trail signs.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project is located east of Tellico Plains, TN near the Tellico Ranger Station and the Caney Branch Overlook.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/08/2025 |
| Decision | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Tellico Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Trail Management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Caney Branch Prescribed Fire Interpretive Trail
Decision Signed Date: 05/14/2025
Forests:
Cherokee National Forest
Districts:
Tellico Ranger District
States:
Tennessee
Counties:
Monroe
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Justin Feeman
250 Ranger Station Rd
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
423-397-8405
justin.feeman@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/16/2025