Environmental Assessment On Hold

Baker River Watershed Landscape Analysis

Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Whatcom, Washington Mt Baker Ranger District

This landscape-scale analysis would improve ecological conditions, enhance recreational opportunities, provide forest products to support local economies, and maintain public access to valuable resources.

Location

Located in Whatcom County, Washington, the project boundary encompasses approximately 106,000 acres to the east of Sedro-Woolley, WA.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/2025 (Estimated)
2
Comment Period
06/2026 (Estimated)
3
Objection Period Start
10/2026 (Estimated)
4
Decision
02/2027 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
05/2027 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsMt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
DistrictsMt Baker Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsForest productsRoad management