Bayfield Peninsula Hydrogeology Geological Sampling
The Forest Service and Wisconsin Geological Natural History Survey (WGNHS) are proposing to drill up to 4 boreholes to collect and describe the sediment in the Bayfield Peninsula to better understand the area hydrogeology. Field data from the boreholes helps to improve descriptions and maps of glacial materials, bedrock geology, and elevation data. Data from the drilling a rotosonic core sample fills in gaps for groundwater aquifer characterization and glacial mapping, which ultimately will improve management of the resources in the Forest. The results of the two core samples drilled in 2019 show additional sampling would be beneficial. There is currently funding to drill one sample in 2022, results from that sample would show if another hole is needed. Four potential drill locations are being proposed for review in this project. The additional sites could be use if more funding becomes available or as back-up locations has an unforeseeable problem, such as bedrock or large boulders. Each sample has a disturbance area of about 50 x 150 feet.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Sites are located north of US Hwy 2 and about 15 miles west of Washburn, WI. Two sites are along FR 237, the others are along FR424.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/14/2022 |
| Decision | 02/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2022 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Washburn Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Project Decision Information
Bayfield Peninsula Hydrogeology Geological Sampling
Decision Signed Date: 02/28/2022
Forests:
Chequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
Districts:
Washburn Ranger District
States:
Wisconsin
Counties:
Bayfield
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Sarah Holmes
113 Bayfield St. East
Washburn, WI 54891
715-373-2667 x5261
sarah.holmes@usda.gov
Last Updated: 2/28/2022