An outbreak of spruce budworm in recent years has caused extensive mortality and fuels buildup. The most affected areas are in stands of balsam fir and spruce. Project proposes activities to restore areas via forest restoration and fuels reduction.
Location
Iron River, Watersmeet, Bessemer Districts
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/17/2016
2
Decision
09/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.3 (5) |
| Special Authority | Hfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Salvage) |
| Spruce and Fir Decline Fuels Management Project | Decision Signed Date: 09/16/2016 |
| Forests | Ottawa National Forest |
| Districts | Iron River Ranger District; Watersmeet Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |