Decision Memo Completed

GAOA Baby Falls Overlook Project

Cherokee National Forest Monroe, Tennessee Tellico Ranger District

The project would construct a permanent observation platform, walkway, and river access at Baby Falls Day Use Area. Design and construction materials of the viewing platform would be consistent with proposed Bald River Falls Bridge construction.

Location

The project is located at the Baby Falls Day Use Area in Monroe County, TN.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/19/2021
2
Decision
03/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
Great American Outdoors Act Baby Falls Viewing Overlook Project DecisionDecision Signed Date: 03/31/2022
ForestsCherokee National Forest
DistrictsTellico Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTract K-312
Facility managementRecreation management