Back 90 Dam Removal
We propose removing the Back 90 dam which is located in the Long Creek drainage. An engineering assessment indicates that the dam is in danger of failure.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Located in the Long Creek drainage in the Southern portion of the district south of the intersection of Orchard Road and Woodall Shoals Road.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 09/28/2022 |
| Decision | 12/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2023 (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:
Andrew Pickens Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Back 90 Dam Removal
Decision Signed Date: 12/12/2022
Forests:
Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests
Districts:
Andrew Pickens Ranger District
States:
South Carolina
Counties:
Oconee
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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James Whalen
112 Andrew Pickens Circle
Mountain Rest, SC 29664
803-561-4076
SM.FS.r8fmsapcom@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/12/2022