Chadron, Neb.—Dawes County has informed forest managers that access to U.S. Forest Service lands via West Ash Creek Road will be open to motor vehicle travel from Nov. 13 through Nov. 22 to provide easier access during Nebraska's rifle deer season.
West Ash Creek Road is located within the Nebraska National Forest in the Pine Ridge region south of U.S. Highway 20. The affected section of road is undergoing improvements to widen the roadway and increase right-of-way access. The construction area is located approximately 3 miles south of where West Ash Creek Road turns directly south, from Highway 20. The road will close again to through traffic on Nov. 23 as gravel deliveries are scheduled and improvement work resumes.
For more information about Pine Ridge Ranger District closures, email SM.FS.nnf_info@usda.gov or call 308-432-0300.