Blue Cascade Project - Spruce Budworm Response and Restoration
The goal of this restoration project is to convert stands, particularly dense spruce plantations, to more ecologically appropriate forest types through natural regeneration and/or planting.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project is generally located in the southern portion of Gunflint District in Cook County between the Caribou Trail (CC4) and Highway 14 (CC14)
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 11/16/2023 |
| Decision | 06/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2024 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Superior National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Fuels Management; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Forest Products
Project Activity:
Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Blue Cascade Project - Spruce Budworm Response and Restoration
Decision Signed Date: 06/04/2024
Forests:
Superior National Forest
Districts:
Gunflint Ranger District
States:
Minnesota
Counties:
Cook
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Myra Theimer
8901 Grand Ave Place
Duluth, MN 55808
218-387-3243
myra.theimer@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/5/2024