Decision Memo Completed

Appalachian Trail Relocation at Hugh's Gap

National Forests in North Carolina Mitchell, North Carolina Appalachian Ranger District

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 Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTrail Management
Appalachian Trail Relocation Hugh's GapDecision Signed Date: 08/17/2012
ForestsNational Forests In North Carolina
DistrictsAppalachian Ranger District
Recreation management