Decision Memo Completed

Big Bailey House Site Cleanup Project

Wayne National Forest Athens, Ohio Wayne National Forest All Units

In 1992 WNF acquired a property with 2 house sites. Recently these structures burned down and are now a safety hazard to the public and pollution risk to the nearby stream. WNF intent is to remove remaining debris and rehabilitate with native plants.

Location

Athens County, Ohio in Dover Township, on Big Bailey Road between the road and Big Bailey stream. Section 29, Township 10N, Range 14W.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/01/2023
2
Decision
02/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
02/2024 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Scenery Management; Watershed Improvements
Big Bailey House Site Cleanup ProjectDecision Signed Date: 02/09/2024
ForestsWayne National Forest
DistrictsAthens Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management