The Joint Chiefs project would underplant a select group of diverse tree species seedlings in black ash-dominated stands in preparation for the decline in ash populations brought about by emerald ash borers (EAB). Actions would occur on 115 acres.
Location
Seven black ash-dominated wetland stands scattered across Forest and Florence Counties on National Forest land,
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
08/01/2023
2
Decision
03/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements |
| Joint Chiefs Black Ash Underplanting | Decision Signed Date: 03/12/2024 |
| Forests | Chequamegon / Nicolet National Forest |
| Districts | Eagle River-Florence Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | ERFL Ranger District T38N R13W, Sections 12, 13, 14 in Forest County; T38N R14W, Sections 8, 11 in Forest County; T38N R15W, Section 12 in Florence County; T39N R15W, Sections 22, 27 in Florence Count |