Proposed project to replace the lookout cab and tower with the same look and feel as the original tower on the same site. The lookout will comply with current building codes and safety requirements.
Location
The project area is located 2.5 miles off Forest Service Road 21S05, at the end of Forest Service Trail 32E22. This area is east of Springville, along the Western Divide Highway.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/09/2011
2
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2014 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Facility Improvements/Construction |
| Needles Lookout Decision Memo | Decision Signed Date: 04/01/2014 |
| Forests | Sequoia National Forest |
| Districts | Western Divide Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 21 South, Range 32 East, Section 14, MDBM |