Reconstruct and widen the first 1.45 miles of Amalga Trail using native gravel and imported aggregate and incorporate rest areas along the trail. Construct a 65- to 70- foot bridge across Boulder Creek.
Location
The Amalga trailhead is north of Juneau at mile 27 of the Glacier Highway, just west of the Eagle River Bridge. The trail is locally known as the Eagle Glacier Trail.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/01/2024
2
Decision
05/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Developed Site Management; Trail Management |
| Amalga Trail Reconstruction Sections 1 and 2 | Decision Signed Date: 05/23/2024 |
| Forests | Tongass National Forest |
| Districts | Juneau Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |