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Note: Not all projects may appear on map. See list below for complete list of projects with more information or documentation.
SOPA Reports
The Schedule of Proposed Actions (SOPA) contains a list of proposed
actions for Wayne National Forest that will soon begin or are currently undergoing environmental
analysis and documentation. It provides information so that you can become
aware of and indicate your interest in specific proposals. We encourage your
early and ongoing involvement in any proposals of interest to you.
Evaluate mechanical, chemical, and biological treatment methods for non-native invasive plants. This project would allow for treatments to occur across the National Forest and in partnership with adjacent, interested land managers or owners.
Cut and remove about 70 large dead and live trees along the Lake Vesuvius boardwalk, nature center, ranger house, and bunkhouse that pose a hazard to public safety and/or pose a risk to damage Forest Service facilities.
Le-Ax Water District wants to install a new waterline near Loomis Road to provide a secondary feed to the Logan Hocking Elementary School. About 1800 ft long trench, 6 in wide pipe, 12 in trench about 36 in deep, 8 ft wide workspace off road edge.
about 641 feet of aerial line will run starting from an existing pole to 2 new poles and then to the doser. brush removal will be needed, and brush will be chipped. Traffic plans will comply with state and county safety guidelines.
remove the existing truss bridge that has become deficient with a single span bridge and abutments, about .25 acres outside ROW is needed for traffic and access, grading will occur with reseeding upon completion, minimal tree removal is expected
conduct a combination of non-commercial vegetation cutting and prescribed fire to promote oak regeneration, improve oak health, improve wildlife habitat, and reduce fuel loading.
Washington Electric wants to relocate a section of line from private to Forest Service land where about 60 ft will be above ground and 300 ft will be buried. they are requesting a ROW width of 30 ft, some tree cutting and trenching will be needed.
