This project proposes to issue a special use permit to the WV Army National Guard for search-and-rescue training operations in two wildlife openings. 5-year term. Helicopters would drop personnel at one opening and land at another opening.
Location
Wildlife opening #015-130 along State Route 250 (helicopter land site). WLO #015-157 along the ridge between Gum Cabin Hollow and Fivemile Hollow.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
07/14/2021
2
Decision
07/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| WV Army National Guard Training Sites | Decision Signed Date: 07/19/2021 |
| Forests | Monongahela National Forest |
| Districts | Greenbrier Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |