Ray Mines - Shafts Closure & Watershed Improvement
The proposed action is to close11 abandoned mine shafts for public safety, ensuring bat habitat is maintained, and stabilizing streambanks.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Appalachian Ranger District
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/18/2011 |
| Decision | 08/2011 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 10/2011 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Appalachian Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Abandoned Mine Land Clean-Up; Watershed Improvements
Project Decision Information
Ray Mines - Shafts Closure
Decision Signed Date: 08/02/2011
Forests:
National Forests In North Carolina
Districts:
Appalachian Ranger District
States:
North Carolina
Counties:
Yancey
Legal Land Description:
Bowlens Creek area
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Michael Hutchins
P.O. Box 128
Hot Springs, NC 28743
828-682-6146
mnhutchins@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 8/2/2011