Peerless Vegetation and Transportation Project
Vegetation Management actions would include clearcut and shelterwood systems to regenerate oak, aspen, and pine, and thinnings to promote growth and vigor in pine plantations. Associated actions: updating road system and improving wildlife habitat.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Project is located in the central portion of the Washburn Ranger District. The project area is about 5 miles east of Iron River, WI.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/14/2024 |
| Comment Period | 02/21/2024 |
| Objection Period Start | 08/08/2024 |
| Decision | 12/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Washburn Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Forest Products; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Fuels Management; Road Management
Project Activity:
Road Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green)
Project Decision Information
Peerless Vegetation and Transportation Project
Decision Signed Date: 12/20/2024
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
sarah.holmes@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/20/2024