The proposed bridge would replace the BC Bridge that was washed out in 2002. The crossing is on the heavily used Chief Joseph Trail (#1803). The bridge would be replaced as a single span foot traffic only bridge to allow safe crossing for visitors.
Location
The site is located approximately 2 miles northwest of the Wallowa Lake Trailhead on private land. The site is within a trail easement owned by the U.S. Forest Service.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/13/2019
2
Decision
08/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2020 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Trail Management |
| BC Bridge Replacement Approved | Decision Signed Date: 08/08/2019 |
| Forests | Wallowa-Whitman National Forest |
| Districts | Wallowa Valley Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T3S R45E Section 29 |