Lower Citico Dam Removal Project
The project would remove an instream concrete dam at river mile 8.3 near Young Branch in Citico Creek. The dam would be removed with heavy machinery in a live or wet stream. All dam materials would be removed from the site.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Project is located approximately 13 miles Northeast of Tellico Plains, TN, at river mile 8.3 on Citico Creek, near Young Branch Campground.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/18/2024 |
| Decision | 10/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Tellico Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Lower Citico Dam Removal Project Decision Memo
Decision Signed Date: 10/17/2024
Forests:
Cherokee National Forest
Districts:
Tellico Ranger District
States:
Tennessee
Counties:
Monroe
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Nancy Gibson
250 Ranger Station Rd
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
530-543-2600
nancy.gibson@usda.gov
Last Updated: 10/17/2024