Overmountain Shelter Decommission
Due to factors including health and safety hazards, engineering assessment, sustainability, AT management plans, and partner input, a proposal is being considered to decommission the shelter and pit privy and replace with a covered picnic shelter.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Appalachian Trail in the Roan Mountain Area near Roaring Creek Road
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/23/2023 |
| Decision | 11/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 11/2023 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Appalachian Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.
Project Decision Information
Overmountain Shelter Decommission
Decision Signed Date: 11/09/2023
Forests:
National Forests In North Carolina
Districts:
Appalachian Ranger District
States:
North Carolina
Counties:
Avery
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jennifer Barnhart
P.O. Box 128
Hot Springs, NC 28743
603-466-2713 x1210
jennifer.barnhart@usda.gov
Last Updated: 11/13/2023