In early August 2020, a derecho (blowdown) occurred on the ERFL Ranger District. Significant timber damage occurred leaving many trees dead, dying, or damaged. This resulted in safety and fuels concern. Recently, a new pocket of ~36 acres was found
Location
West side of HWY 55 near Rogers Lake in Argonne, Wi
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/13/2020
2
Decision
03/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2021 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage) |
| 2020 HWY 55 West Blowdown | Decision Signed Date: 03/17/2021 |
| Forests | Chequamegon / Nicolet National Forest |
| Districts | Eagle River-Florence Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |