Fayette County
The Fayette County Natural Heritage Inventory identifies and maps Fayette County's most significant natural places by investigating plant and animal species and natural communities that are unique or uncommon in the county. Areas important for wildlife habitat and scientific study are also included.
The inventory does not bestow protection to any of the areas listed, but is a tool to help informed and responsible decision-making. Public and private organizations may use the inventory to guide land acquisition and conservation decisions. Local municipalities and county officials may use it to help with comprehensive planning, zoning and the review of development proposals. Developers, utility companies and government agencies all may benefit from access to this environmental information prior to the creation of detailed development plans.
The inventory is part of a statewide effort to document the living resources in the state. By knowing the significant resources in each county we can then know the most significant areas in the state.
The Report
Download the complete Fayette County Natural Heritage Inventory (34.5 MB PDF file) or in parts: Part 1 (21.3 MB) Part 2 (13.2 MB)
Where to go for Copies
Aside from WPC, copies may be obtained from the Fayette County Office of Community and Economic Development, Fayette County Courthouse, 61 East Main Street, Uniontown, PA 15401. Phone: (724) 430-1210.
Contact
Jeffrey Wagner
CNHI Coordinator/Ecologist
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
209 Fourth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 586-2312
jwagner@paconserve.org