Decision Memo Completed

Presbyterian Dam Removal

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests Oconee, South Carolina Andrew Pickens Ranger District

We propose removing the Presbyterian lake dam located in the Cedar Creek drainage of the Andrew Pickens Ranger District because an engineering assessment indicates that the dam is in danger of failure.

Location

Presbyterian Lake is located at the end of Presbyterian Lake Road (National Forest System Road 2377 west of Cedar Creek Rifle Range.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/15/2023
2
Decision
11/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
12/2023 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Presbyterian Dam RemovalDecision Signed Date: 11/02/2023
ForestsFrancis Marion and Sumter National Forests
DistrictsAndrew Pickens Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants