Permanent closure and rehabilitation of approximately 12.9 miles of trail and 35 minor and major foot bridges which have been closed since 2017 for the protection of public health and safety.
Location
Located south of Highway 84 as part of the Clear Springs Recreation area. The project area can be accessed by Clear Springs Rd., Pothook Rd., and Smyrnia Rd.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/08/2024
2
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Trail Management; Travel Management; Watershed Improvements |
| Tally's, Mills Branch, & Richardson Creek North Fork Trail Decommissioning | Decision Signed Date: 04/03/2025 |
| Forests | National Forests In Mississippi |
| Districts | Homochitto Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T5N, R2E, Sections 1, 2, 10, 11; T6N, R2E, Sections 34, 35, 44, 45; T6N, R3E, Sections 37, 38. Franklin County, MS. |