Chippewa National Forest Rock Solid Gravel Pits Project
This project will evaluate gravel pit development, expansion, and closures, with a primary focus in the Walker and Deer River Ranger Districts.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
8 pits located within the Deer River and Walker Ranger Districts
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/2026 (Estimated) |
| Objection Period Start | 06/2026 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 10/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2027 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Walker Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Forests:
Chippewa National Forest
Districts:
Walker Ranger District
States:
Minnesota
Counties:
Cass; Itasca
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Christopher Worthington
201 Minnesota Ave E.
Walker, MN 56484
218-335-8643
Christopher.Worthington@usda.gov
Last Updated: 3/27/2026