The proposal is to relocate four sections of the Appalachian Trail (approx. 1.5 miles total) near Hugh's Gap in Mitchell County, NC.
Location
Along the NC/TN state line in the northern portion of Mitchell County, NC and the southern portion of Carter County, TN.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/06/2012
2
Comment Period
05/06/2012
3
Decision
08/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
10/2012 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Trail Management |
| Appalachian Trail Relocation Hugh's Gap | Decision Signed Date: 08/17/2012 |
| Forests | National Forests In North Carolina |
| Districts | Appalachian Ranger District |