Decision Memo Completed

Greenwood and Snow Fork Connector Trails Project

Wayne National Forest Athens, Ohio Wayne National Forest All Units

Construct two trail connectors between the Greenwood and Scenic River trails creating a shortened loop, and construct a trail connector between the Baileys trail system and the Snow Fork Event Center for easier access to Buchtel trailhead.

Location

Independence Township, Washington County near the community of Wade between State Route 7 and County Road 9. Village of Buchtel in Athens County near Happy Hollow Road and Sycamore Lane.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/10/2025
2
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
Greenwood and Snow Fork Connector Trails ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/30/2025
ForestsWayne National Forest
DistrictsAthens Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation management