The Coal Banks Salvage Project
Project Summary
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Location Summary:
The project includes 3 specific distinct areas; The North Fork of the Flathead River corridor near Coal Creek (referred to as Coal Banks), Fire Fighter Mountain, and along the South Fork of the Flathead River near the Spotted Bear Air Strip.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| NEPA Start Date | 6/26/2026 |
| Finding/Decision Date |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Categorical Exclusion:
USDA-36d-USFS
Lead Management Unit:
Glacier View Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Fuels management; Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Project Decision Information
Expected Decision Date: 12/2026 (Estimated)
States:
Montana
Counties:
Flathead
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Rob Davies
c/o Glacier View Ranger District
10 Hungry Horse Drive
Hungry Horse, Montana 59919
406-387-3801
robert.davies@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/26/2026