Environmental Assessment Completed

Morgan Lake Vegetation Management Project

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Florence; Forest, Wisconsin Eagle River-Florence Ranger District

Move forests to desired conditions, contribute toward wood products demand, provide an efficient road system, increase public safety related to wildfire potential, enhance wood turtle habitat,and maintain Mud Lake hunter hiking trail and openings.

Location

The project area is in the southeastern portion of the District, stretching from east of Morgan Lake Campground to HWY 55.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/10/2015
2
Comment Period
05/31/2016
3
Objection Period Start
12/17/2016
4
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Morgan Lake Vegetation Management ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/01/2017
ForestsChequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
DistrictsEagle River-Florence Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38N, R16E; T38N, R15E; T38N, R14E; and T38N, R13E
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsForest productsRecreation management