The proposed action is to move the Big Spring Shelter from the existing location to an area with 15% grade with designated campsites. Trail relocations will occur both above and below the new shelter location.
Location
Macon & Swain Counties
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/01/2009
2
Decision
07/2011 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2011 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Trail Management |
| Long Branch Shelter | Decision Signed Date: 07/27/2011 |
| Forests | National Forests In North Carolina |
| Districts | Nantahala Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Appalachian Trail |