Decision Memo Completed

Benton Mackaye Thunder Rock Bridge Relocation Project

Cherokee National Forest Polk, Tennessee Ocoee - Hiwassee Ranger District

The Benton Mackaye Thunder Rock Bridge Relocation Project would remove the existing trail bridge, construct a multiple log stringer bridge, construct approximately 150 feet of new trail, and decommission approximately 130 feet of existing trail.

Location

Thunder Rock Campground is located in Polk County, TN, approximately 8 miles west of Ducktown, TN. The project is located approximately .25 miles west of Thunder Rock Campground.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/25/2021
2
Decision
07/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2021 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
Benton Mackaye Thunder Rock Bridge Relocation ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/08/2021
ForestsCherokee National Forest
DistrictsOcoee - Hiwassee Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation management