Bulldozer lines are vital to fighting wildfires as they suppress the burn and slow down the fire’s ability to spread. Though necessary, those dozer lines obviously damage the ground and plants along them, often leading to repair efforts in the aftermath of the burn. At Tamarack Resort in Idaho, crews with the U.S. Forest Service work to repair 2 mile dozer lines along the “Olala” ski trail after the Rock Fire, ensuring that the run is smoothed and contoured for grooming work in the winter.
The Rock Fire
The Rock Fire in Idaho started in early August, burning near the Lake Cascade Reservoir and forcing to shut down operations for a few days. Since it began, the fire grew to 2,796 acres. 260 personnel are currently working to suppress the burn which is now sitting at 87% contained.
As of September 8th, 2025, 2 helicopters, 6 pieces of heavy equipment, 5 hand crews, and 8 engines are working to contain the wildfire. Crews are continuing to patrol the perimeter, monitor known heat areas, and conduct suppression repair work. Fire activity remains minimal. A few scattered stump holes and interior pockets are producing light smoke, but those are all well within the fire’s interior and will likely hold heat for several more days.
Most recent missions focus on the cleanup. Crews are removing pumps, hoses, and other equipment no longer needed on the line. Excavators are working to repair roads and improve safety conditions in areas damaged by the fire and its suppression effort.
About Tamarack Resort
Tamarack Resort is one of the newest ski resorts in the United States, opening in 2004. In the winter, Tamarack offers skiers and snowboarders 56 runs with an average of 300 inches of snowfall annually. In the summer, visitors can take advantage of the golf course, spa, mountain bike trails, marina, and so much more.
