Sapphire Point is a heavily used recreation area and trail. The project would enhance accessibility to the two overlooks and along the trail, propose human use rules, design the parking resource, and construct a second vault toilet.
Location
The project is located north of the Swan Mountain Road adjacent to the communities of Dillon and Frisco.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/20/2023
2
Decision
05/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2027 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Facility Improvements/Construction; Trail Management |
| Sapphire Point Overlook | Decision Signed Date: 05/02/2024 |
| Forests | White River National Forest |
| Districts | East Zone/Dillon Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | The project is located north of the Swan Mountain Road adjacent to the communities of Dillon and Frisco. |