Devil's Fork Mine Portal Closure
The project entails the permanent closure of two partially collapsed mine portals on the Forest, a reroute for the Devil's Fork Loop Trail, and a new trail spur.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
This project is located on the Clinch Ranger District off State Route 619, approximately 3.9 miles northwest of Fort Blackmore in Scott County.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/29/2019 |
| Decision | 08/2019 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2019 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management; Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Abandoned Mine Land Clean-Up; Trail Management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Devil's Fork Mine Portal Closure
Decision Signed Date: 08/25/2019
Forests:
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
Districts:
Clinch Ranger District
States:
Virginia
Counties:
Scott
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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John Olinger
5162 Valleypointe Parkway
Roanoke, VA 24019
276-679-8370 x222
jolinger@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 8/26/2019