The project would acquire approximately 153 acres on Starr Mountain in McMinn County, TN. The parcel is adjacent to Gee Creek Wilderness and would be managed under the 7.B Scenic Corridor/Sensitive Viewsheds prescription.
Location
The project is located approximately 4 miles south of Etowah, TN.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/24/2022
2
Decision
03/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2022 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Land Purchases |
| Forests | Cherokee National Forest |
| Districts | Ocoee - Hiwassee Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |