Hwy 2 Shading Project
The Chippewa National Forest proposes to thin evergreen trees along the south side of Trunk Highway 2. The treatments are designed to reduce shading which results in low road surface temperatures and decreases the effectiveness of road salt.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Hwy 2 between Cass Lake and Deer River
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/14/2021 |
| Decision | 01/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2022 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Chippewa National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements
Project Decision Information
Hwy 2 Shading Project
Decision Signed Date: 01/19/2022
Forests:
Chippewa National Forest
Districts:
Deer River Ranger District; Walker Ranger District
States:
Minnesota
Counties:
Cass
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Douglas Putt
200 Ash Avenue NW
Cass Lake, MN 56633
218 507 0960
Douglas.Putt@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/19/2022