Developing Proposal
Shell Falls Re-Powering
The Shell Falls Re-Powering Project will replace the existing underground power line that runs up Shell Canyon for 4 miles from Shell Falls Visitor Center.
Under Analysis
Bighorn National Forest Salvage and Sanitation Treatments
Improve forest health by responding to tree mortality events and ongoing chronic insect and disease issues. Utilize commercial harvesting or non-commercial thinning to salvage dead or dying trees or control the spread of existing insect and disease.
Invasive and Other Select Plant Management on the Bighorn NF
The Forest, through the application of an integrated treatment strategy, proposes to continue to treat invasive and other plant species. Treatments include aerial and ground-based herbicides, approved biological control methods, and education.
Tensleep Canyon Climbing Management Plan
Respond to increased development and impacts from rock climbing. Considers protection of the following: soil, vegetation, geologic, water, cultural, wildlife, and social resources. Considers protection of resources via restrictions/permits/education.
Analysis Completed
Tie Flume Vegetation Management Project
Create a diverse and healthy forested ecosystem by implementing a variety of vegetation and prescribed burn treatments. Treatments will enhance resiliency to insect/disease outbreaks and reduce the potential for large-scale wildfire.
Cancelled
West Side Connector Trail
Construct a motorized trail system for vehicles less than 50 inches in width between Powder River Pass and Deerhaven Lodge that would allow motorized users the ability to travel across the district without riding on Highway 16.
Project Archive
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