Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area Hazard Tree Removal
Cut and remove about 70 large dead and live trees along the Lake Vesuvius boardwalk, nature center, ranger house, and bunkhouse that pose a hazard to public safety and/or pose a risk to damage Forest Service facilities.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area specifically the areas of the boardwalk, the nature center, the ranger house and the bunkhouse. Wayne National Forest, Ironton Ranger District, Elizabeth township of Lawrence County Ohio
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/09/2025 |
| Decision | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3); 32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Wayne National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Facility Management
Project Activity:
Facility Maintenance; Trail Management
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Wayne National Forest
Districts:
Ironton Ranger District
States:
Ohio
Counties:
Lawrence
Legal Land Description:
Section 26, Township 20N, Range 18W
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Benjamin Poling
13700 US Highway 33
Nelsonville, OH 45764
740-753-0574
benjamin.poling@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/9/2025