How will travel routes be maintained in the future?
It is the forest’s goal that over time, all system travel routes (motorized and non-motorized) will be maintained to Forest Service standards that provide for user enjoyment, safety and resource protection. Much of the improvement associated with bringing individual travel routes up to standard falls within the category of routine maintenance and would proceed as funding is secured. However, portions of some travel routes may require relocation to meet road and trail standards. Authorization of some of the actual road or trail relocation work may require supplemental analysis, and in some cases a subsequent NEPA decision. How will travel routes be signed under the new travel Plan? Travel routes are “closed, unless designated open” to motorized and mechanized use as indicated on the Revised Caribou Travel Plan map. The forest will provide signing that indicates the allowed travel and season of use for forest roads and trails. Signing priorities will be identified and implemented within
