Decision Memo Completed

Geotechnical Drilling

Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests Abbeville; Berkeley; Charleston; Edgefield; Greenwood; McCormick; Saluda, South Carolina Francis Marion and Sumter National Forest All Units

Three bridges need to be replaced on the Francis Marion and Long Cane Ranger Districts. Prior to replacing the bridges, borings need to be drilled to ensure proper support of the bridge designs.

Location

Two bridges on the Francis Marion and one bridge on the Long Cane, maps are in the project record

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/22/2024
2
Decision
01/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
Geotechnical DrillingDecision Signed Date: 01/10/2025
ForestsFrancis Marion and Sumter National Forests
DistrictsLong Cane Ranger District; Francis Marion Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Road management