Decommission approximately 0.5 miles of western portion of FSR 86E and non-system road. Place approximately 0.9 miles of FSR 86E into storage. Install features around perimeter (approximately 0.25 miles) of wildlife opening. Culvert replacements.
Location
From Whittier-Connelly Creek Road (SR1177) to FSR 86. Follow into Alarka Creek Area. FSR-86E, FSR-86F, FSR-86G, Cold Springs Branch vicinity.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/15/2023
2
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Road Decommissioning; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements |
| Forests | National Forests In North Carolina |
| Districts | Nantahala Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |