2025 Mt. Baker Geothermal Consent to Lease
Project Summary
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Location Summary:
The Project Area, located within the Mount Baker Ranger District (MBRD), lies approximately 23 miles east of Bellingham, WA and 16 miles northeast of Sedro-Woolley, WA with some portions straddling the Skagit-Whatcom County line.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| NEPA Start Date | 9/10/2025 |
| Finding/Decision Date |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Lead Management Unit:
Mt. Baker Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Minerals and geology
Project Decision Information
Expected Decision Date: 9/2026 (Estimated)
States:
Washington
Counties:
Whatcom
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Bob James, Forest Geologist
c/o Mt. Baker Ranger District
810 State Route 20
Sedro-Woolley, Washington 98284
425-783-6000
FS-comments-pacificnorthwest-mtbaker-snoqualmie-mtbaker@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/5/2026