Categorical Exclusion Completed

Washburn Gravel Test Holes

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Bayfield, Wisconsin Washburn Ranger District

Proposal is to evaluate possible gravel sources by digging test holes in two locations north of Highway 2, up to 15 gravel test holes at each locations (up to 30 holes total).

Location

T.48N R.7W SEC. 9 AND T.47N R.7W SEC. 13, BAYFIELD, WI

Project timeline

1
NEPA Start Date
4/22/2026
2
Finding/Decision Date
9/21/2026

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical ExclusionUSDA-32d-USFS
Decision Signed Date9/21/2026
Minerals and geology