Brule Oxbow Fuels Reduction
The proposed action is to lower wildfire risk by mechanical thinning, mastication, pile burning, and prescribed fire in the wildland urban interface (WUI) of approximately 25 private residences and the surrounding area.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
East of the closed Brule River Campground, off Highway 55 in Florence County, WI.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/15/2025 |
| Decision | 10/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Eagle River-Florence Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Fuels Management
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Chequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
Districts:
Eagle River-Florence Ranger District
States:
Wisconsin
Counties:
Forest
Legal Land Description:
Township 41N, Range 14E, Section 17, 18, 22, & 23
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Jennifer Maziasz
1247 E. Wall St.
Eagle River, WI 54521
715-209-1470
jennifer.maziasz@usda.gov
Last Updated: 9/26/2025