Decision Memo Completed

Center Ridge Trailhead Reconstruction

Chugach National Forest Kenai Peninsula, Alaska Glacier Ranger District

Decommission the two existing outhouses at the Center Ridge Parking Area (non-motorized side) and construct a new outhouse with trail further from the road. Funding permitting, construct two accessible, covered pavilions adjacent to the parking area.

Location

Center Ridge Trailhead (also known as the non-motorized Turnagain Pass Day Use Area-Snowpark) at the top of Turnagain Pass.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/15/2021
2
Decision
08/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2023 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
Center Ridge Trailhead ReconstructionDecision Signed Date: 08/25/2023
ForestsChugach National Forest
DistrictsGlacier Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation management