Proposed construction of a ~49,300-foot, 6" water line and lift station on the south side of Rich Mountain to provide a source of potable water to QWSP. AR State Parks is requesting a 40' temporary (construction) easement and 15' permanent easement.
Location
The proposed water line will begin at AR Hwy 8, approx 7 mi west of Mena, AR, along Polk County Rd 47, to PCR 127, PCR 94, PCR 126, and crossing into NF, up Rich Mtn.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/24/2008
2
Comment Period
08/30/2009
3
Decision
11/2009 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
11/2009 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations; Road Improvements/Construction; Special Area Management; Scenery Management |
| Water System Extensions to Serve Queen Wilhelmina State Park | Decision Signed Date: 11/13/2009 Legal Notice Date: 12/05/2009 |
| Forests | Ouachita National Forest |
| Districts | Mena Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 1 South, Range 32 West, Sec(s) 11,12,13,14, 24 |