This project proposes to address gaps between the existing conditions and the range of desired conditions described in the Forest Plan through a variety of proposed activities, including vegetation management, hazardous fuel reduction and others.
Location
The project area is located between the towns of Marenisco and Watersmeet, Michigan, north of the Michigan-Wisconsin state boundary and mostly south of US Highway 2.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/23/2023
2
Comment Period
06/27/2024
3
Objection Period Start
11/26/2024
4
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Road Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Heritage Resource Management; Trail Management; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements |
| Grosbeck Vegetation Management Project | Decision Signed Date: 04/11/2025 |
| Forests | Ottawa National Forest |
| Districts | Bessemer Ranger District; Watersmeet Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |