Benton Mackaye Trail Reroute Project
The proposed action includes two component actions: - Construction of approximately 0.40 miles of new class 3 hiking trail. - Closure of approximately 0.25 miles of existing unsustainable trail.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
The Benton Mackaye Trail starts at Springer Mountain in Fannin County and traverses over 300 miles into Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 10/11/2022 |
| Decision | 11/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 12/2022 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Blueridge Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Trail Management
Project Decision Information
Benton Mackaye Trail Reroute Project
Decision Signed Date: 11/30/2022
Forests:
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Districts:
Blueridge Ranger District
States:
Georgia
Counties:
Union
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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John Stephens
1881 Highway 515
Blairsville, GA 30514
706-745-6928 x114
john.r.stephens@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/1/2022