Wilson Lake Dam Decommission and Restoration
Remove upper and lower dams of Wilson Lake. Stream channels and adjacent land to be rehabilitated. Stream channel structures proposed to prevent erosion/stabilize affected areas. Unclassified road prism decommission and white pine to be removed.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Wilson Lake vicinity in Macon County, NC
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/01/2024 |
| Decision | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 10/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Nantahala 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:
In Progress
Forests:
National Forests In North Carolina
Districts:
Nantahala Ranger District
States:
North Carolina
Counties:
Macon
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Taylor Britt
90 Sloan Road
Franklin, NC 28734
435-231-3462
Taylor.Britt@usda.gov
Last Updated: 3/25/2025