East Valley Fuels Reduction
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The East Valley Fuels Reduction Project is located east of Kalispell, MT along the east side of Flathead Valley. The project extends from Columbia Falls to Swan Lake.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 3/6/2025 |
| Decision | 9/4/2025 |
| Implementation | 6/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Categorical Exclusion:
Section 605 of HFRA (16 U.S.C.6591d)
Lead Management Unit:
Swan Lake Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Forest products; Fuels management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Decision Signed Date: 9/4/2025
States:
Montana
Counties:
Flathead; Lake
Gary Blazejewski
c/o Swan Lake Ranger District
200 Ranger Station Rd
Bigfork, Montana 59911
406-758-5272
gary.blazejewski@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/15/2026