Decision Memo Completed

Prince Ferry Land Purchase Project

Cherokee National Forest Polk, Tennessee Ocoee - Hiwassee Ranger District

The USDA Forest Service proposes to acquire 39.1 acres more or less on Brushy Creek within the Hiwassee River watershed. The parcel would be managed under the "7.B- Scenic Corridor and Scenic Viewshed" management prescription.

Location

The tract is located approximately 3 miles North of Farner, TN in Polk County.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/18/2022
2
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.12 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityLand Purchases
Prince Ferry Land Purchase ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/15/2022
ForestsCherokee National Forest
DistrictsOcoee - Hiwassee Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Land acquisition