Forestwide Designated Motorized Use Project
Improving the motorized access system to provide diverse and quality Forest experiences. The Proposed Action was modified using public input to open 86 miles to off-highway vehicles; 428 miles open to all vehicles; and closure of 54 miles of road.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Several routes across all Ranger Districts on the Ottawa National Forest.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/10/2016 |
| Comment Period | 05/31/2017 |
| Objection Period Start | 08/23/2017 |
| Decision | 11/2017 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 12/2017 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Ottawa National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Road Management; Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Travel Management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Forestwide Designated Motorized Use Project
Decision Signed Date: 11/01/2017
Forests:
Ottawa National Forest
Districts:
Ottawa National Forest All Units
States:
Michigan
Counties:
Baraga; Gogebic; Houghton; Iron; Ontonagon
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Susanne Adams
E6248 US 2
Ironwood, MI 49938
906-884-2085 x14
smadams@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 11/27/2017