Categorical Exclusion · Hood Canal Ranger District/Hoodsport · updated 10/1/2026
Satsop Work Center · Grays Harbor, Washington
The purpose of this project is to replace and enhance lost camping/lodging opportunities at the Satsop Center by constructing new restrooms, and cabins on site.
Recreation management
NEPA Start Date
7/23/2025
Finding/Decision Date
10/1/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-44d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 10/1/2026 |
Environmental Assessment · Olympic National Forest · updated 9/15/2026
The project area encompasses a set of forest stands in the northern part of the Olympic National Forest south of Sequim, WA in Clallam County. Legal Location of project: T. 28 N., R. 3 W., Sec. 3-6, 10, 14, 15, 23, and 24; T. 29 N., R. 3 W., Sec. 29- 33; T. 29 N., R. 4 W., Sec. 19-30, and 33; Willamette Meridian. · Clallam, Washington
Proposed Action proposes variable density thinning of forest stands in a manner that progresses towards development of late-successional forest wildlife habitat, while protecting existing habitat. Harvesting activities are estimated to be 36% ground-based harvest, 23% cable yardin
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
NEPA Start Date
6/21/2022
Finding/Decision Date
8/27/2026
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Decision Signed Date | 8/27/2026 |
Decision Memo · Olympic National Forest All Units · updated 9/16/2025
Located 6 miles south of Forks, WA near the Bogachiel River trail on National Forest lands · Clallam, Washington
Project would remove derelict dam structure, conduct riparian thinning to support seasonal migration in and out of the pond by native anadromous fishes and encourage beaver recolonization.
Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
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 | Species Habitat Improvements |
| Forests | Olympic National Forest |
| Districts | Pacific Ranger District / Quinault |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |
Decision Memo · Olympic National Forest All Units · updated 9/16/2025
Mt Walker Trailhead off of Hwy 101 · Jefferson, Washington
As part of sustainable recreation strategy and resource protection the two single-seat vault toilet structures at the north trailhead of Mt Walker would be removed and rehabilitated.
Recreation managementFacility management
Decision
08/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Developed Site Management; Facility Maintenance |
| Forests | Olympic National Forest |
| Districts | Hood Canal Ranger District / Hoodsport |
| Legal Land Description | T27N, R2W, Section 34 |
Decision Memo · Olympic National Forest All Units · updated 7/5/2023
Damage sites are located on Forest Roads 29, 2922, 2932, 30, and associated spur roads. Located NE of Forks, WA. · Clallam, Washington
Proposed treatment of multiple sites along FS Roads 29, 30, 2922, and 2932 damaged in storm events. Range of activities proposed: debris clearing, culvert replacement, fill removal, bank stabilization, temporary bridges to restore access.
Road management
Decision
09/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20); 32.2 (23), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(23) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction |
| Forests | Olympic National Forest |
| Districts | Pacific Ranger District / Forks |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |