Authorize the construction, use, and occupancy of a small structure (20’ x 26’) for the storage and use of an artillery piece (105mm howitzer) for avalanche control along US Highway 2 by WSDOT
Location
The howitzer structure would be located at the Wellington trailhead parking area, approximately 11 air miles east of Skykomish, Washington, in the NW¼, Section 15, T26N, R13E, W.M. Vehicular access i
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/15/2012
2
Comment Period
10/15/2012
3
Decision
08/2013 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
09/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Washington State Department of Transportation Avalanche Control Building | Decision Signed Date: 08/07/2013 |
| Forests | Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest |
| Districts | Skykomish Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | NW¼, Section 15, T26N, R13E, W.M. |