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Hiawatha National Forest
The Forest Service follows NEPA regulations issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Under this rule, Forest Service officials determine which proposed projects are shared for public input.
The agency no longer issues a schedule of proposed actions (SOPA) report. Below is the current list of proposed projects available for review—your opportunity to learn more, share feedback, and stay engaged in decisions that shape the future of our public lands.
The St. Ignace Ranger District proposes to remove the existing 17-foot-wide by 90-foot-long, five span timber bridge, by the name of Carp River Bridge 3445-0.1, on FR3445 which spans the Carp River, and rehabilitate the riverbanks.
Proponent has requested a right-of-way authorization for an existing road to allow all-season vehicle access for the reasonable use and enjoyment of his private property.
Removal and replacement of 2 concrete outhouse and vaults, and accessible pathways, one each, at Indian River and Colwell Lake Campgrounds. To view documents related to this proposal, copy and paste link to internet browser: https://usfs-public.box.com/s/oke451p99wz333yj8nmzi1pba1dk8gig
Upgrade 1.5 miles of FR2109 from operation maintenance level (OML) 3 to OML 4, by widening the surface to 20-22 feet, upgrading the surface and culverts, and improving the ditches. https://usfs.app.box.com/folder/359621917628
The Forest Service is proposing to build alternative power infrastructure (i.e. solar) that would be used to power the infrastructure at Williams Landing and the Grand Island Maintenance Garage.
Make improvements to the existing water systems at Murray Bay, Juniper Flats, Mather Lodge, and Farrell Cottage. Installation of new wellhouses and associate infrastructure at Murray Bay and Juniper Flats, and upgrades at Mather and Farrell
Hiawatha Telephone Company proposes to extend underground fiber and supporting infrastructure on National Forest System Lands on the Hiawatha unit for an additional 13.61 miles under a 10 foot right-of-way as amendment #8 under their existing authorization RAR223 for such facilities.
Long-term vegetation management of Jack Pine ecosystems. Multi-year forest-wide project designed to identify, develop, and maintain about 45,000 acres of jack pine ecosystem, and maintain or create fuelbreaks for neighboring infrastructure.
The Forest Service is proposing to treat vegetation on approximately 16,000 acres to benefit forest health, to treat hazardous fuels, and to enhance wildlife habitat.
