This project includes vegetation management, transportation system modifications, and recreation, fisheries and wildlife improvements on the Watersmeet and Kenton Ranger Districts.
Location
The Silver Branch VMP is located in the Watersmeet/Kenton Ranger Districts, in Iron/Houghton/Baraga Counties, Michigan. The project area extends approximately 10 miles north and south of Sidnaw, MI.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/28/2025
2
Comment Period
05/30/2025
3
Objection Period Start
03/2026 (Estimated)
4
Decision
05/2026 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
06/2026 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Road Decommissioning; Developed Site Management; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Trail Management; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Scenery Management; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements; Wilderness Management |
| Forests | Ottawa National Forest |
| Districts | Kenton Ranger District; Watersmeet Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |