The Northern Black Hills Ranger District says it is closing some roads to give more space to loggers cutting trees affected by mountain pine beetles.
District recreation specialist Bonnie Jones said that the roads are narrow and icy and there have been several close calls between private vehicles and log trucks. The district is closing Besant Park Road, Long Draw Road and a short portion of South Rapid Creek Road for public safety as there is a high volume of heavy logging traffic in the area.
Loggers are cutting trees that have died or been infested with mountain pine beetles that may fall across the roads. Public access in the area will be limited until May 14.
