Decision Memo Completed

Haydenville Tunnel Safety Closure Project

Wayne National Forest Hocking, Ohio Athens Ranger District

This project is intended to close an existing abandoned mine tunnel opening and repair areas of subsidence that pose a risk to the public on the Athens Ranger District.

Location

The proposed project area is located near the town of Haydenville on the Athens Ranger District. Specifically, the work area is in Green Township, Sections 13 and 7, Hocking County, Ohio.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/06/2022
2
Decision
12/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2023 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityAbandoned Mine Land Clean-Up
Haydenville Tunnel Safety Closure ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/16/2022
ForestsWayne National Forest
DistrictsAthens Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Minerals and geology