The project authorizes an operator to construct and rent two 6-8 person huts at Lahar Viewpoint and Climber's Bivouac for overnight use. Huts would be semi-permanent, removable structures for year-round use.
Location
Lahar Viewpoint and Climber's Bivouac developed recreation sites, Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/04/2019
2
Comment Period
09/06/2023
3
Decision
07/2024 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
10/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(12); 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; Special Use Authorizations |
| Mount St. Helens Hut Operation Special Use Permit | Decision Signed Date: 07/19/2024 |
| Forests | Gifford Pinchot National Forest |
| Districts | Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |