Schedule of Proposed Actions (SOPA) |
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Report Contents (click to jump to a section) : - Projects Occurring Nationwide - R8 - Southern Region, National Forests In North Carolina, Forestwide (excluding Projects occurring in more than one Forest) - R8 - Southern Region, National Forests In North Carolina, Appalachian Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R8 - Southern Region, National Forests In North Carolina, Cheoah Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R8 - Southern Region, National Forests In North Carolina, Croatan Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R8 - Southern Region, National Forests In North Carolina, Grandfather Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R8 - Southern Region, National Forests In North Carolina, Nantahala Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R8 - Southern Region, National Forests In North Carolina, Pisgah Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R8 - Southern Region, National Forests In North Carolina, Tusquittee Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) - R8 - Southern Region, National Forests In North Carolina, Uwharrie Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) | |||||
Projects Occurring Nationwide |
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| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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Gypsy Moth Management in the United States: A Cooperative Approach EIS |
- Vegetation management (other than forest products) | Completed | Actual: 11/28/2012 | 01/2013 |
Noel Schneeberger 610-557-4121 nschneeberger@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The USDA Forest Service and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service are analyzing a range of strategies for controlling gypsy moth damage to forests and trees in the United States.
Web Link: http://www.na.fs.fed.us/wv/eis/ |
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| Location: UNIT - All Districts-level Units. STATE - All States. COUNTY - All Counties. Nationwide. | |||||
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National Forests In North Carolina, Forestwide (excluding Projects occurring in more than one Forest) |
R8 - Southern Region | ||||
| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Runway Safety Improvement Project EA |
- Special use management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 02/2013 |
Expected:07/2013 | 09/2013 |
Donald Simon 910-576-6391 dwsimon@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The approach to the main runway of Coastal Carolina Regional Airport crosses USFS property and is under a special use agreement. This project inlcudes a new special use agreement and the removal of vegetation obstructions in the glide path.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=40283 |
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| Location: UNIT - National Forests In North Carolina All Units. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Craven. This project occurs on the Croatan National Forest in Craven County, NC in the Perrytown Community. More sepcifically it occurs between Brice's Creek and FS Road 121A. | |||||
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National Forests In North Carolina, Appalachian Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) |
R8 - Southern Region | ||||
| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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Appalachian RD Special Uses CE/DM CE |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 10/08/2007 |
Expected:09/2012 |
09/2012 |
Linda Randolph 828-682-6146 lrandolph@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to issue district-wide special use permits, typically for research and filming. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Appalachian Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Mitchell, Yancey, Avery, Buncombe, Haywood, Madison. Appalachian Ranger District. | |||||
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Black Mtn Crest Trail Relocation CE |
- Recreation management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
David McFee 828-682-6146 dmcfee@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to relolocate about one mile of the northern portion of the Black Mountain Crest trail and develop a new trailhead to accomodate users. The existing portion of the trail would be rehabilitated. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Appalachian Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Yancey. Appalachian RD. | |||||
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Hughes Gap Road, SR 1330, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has requested a 50 foot right-of-way and to make improvements to Hughes Gap Road, in Mitchell County. Proposed improvements include grading, improving drainage, and paving across about 2600 feet of FS lands. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Appalachian Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Mitchell. Hughes Gap Road, SR 1330, at Hughes Gap just south of Little Rock Knob. | |||||
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NCDOT Bridge #84/SR1349 CE |
- Special use management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 02/2013 |
Expected:04/2013 | 06/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to replace Bridge #84 on SR 1349 | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Appalachian Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Mitchell. Bridge #84 over Pigeon Roost Creek on SR 1349 (Pigeon Roost Road). | |||||
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White Pine Cabin Removal CE |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2013 |
Expected:02/2013 | 03/2013 |
David McFee 828-682-6146 dmcfee@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to remove, deconstruct, or burn White Pine cabin and garage. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Appalachian Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Yancey. Appalachian RD, FSR 472. | |||||
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National Forests In North Carolina, Cheoah Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) |
R8 - Southern Region | ||||
| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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Benton Mackaye Trail Bridge Replacement CE |
- Recreation management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 07/04/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
05/2013 |
Jeremy Waite 828-479-6431 ext.4106 jwaite@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposal is to remove an existing bridge and replace it in a nearby location on the Benton Mackaye Trail in the Santeetlah area, Cheoah Ranger District, Graham County, North Carolina.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=39700 |
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| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. Santeetlah area, Cheoah Ranger District, Graham County, North Carolina. | |||||
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Boat Access, Lighting and Restrooms CE |
- Recreation management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Jason Farmer 828-479-6431 jfarmer@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to install solar powered security lights at Avey Branch Boat Ramp and Tsali Boat Ramp. Installation would require placement of two poles to support the lights. One vault toilet would be installed at Avey Branch Boat Ramp. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. LEGAL - Cheoah Ranger District. Avey Branch and Tsali Boat Ramps. | |||||
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Bridge #68 Replacement, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 01/10/2005 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 01/2013 |
Expected:03/2013 |
06/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed replacing Bridge #68 on SR 1232 over Panther Creek in Graham County. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. Bridge #68 on SR 1232 over Panther Creek. | |||||
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Cheoah River Gravel Additions CE |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Jason Farmer 828-479-6431 jfarmer@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to improve the gravel component of the Cheoah River to accommodate the federally endangered Appalachian elktoe (a freshwater mussel) and the native fish spawning habitat. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. LEGAL - Graham County. Cheoah River/ CheoahRanger District. | |||||
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Cheoah River Put Ins CE |
- Recreation management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2013 |
Expected:03/2013 | 04/2013 |
Todd Sharkey 828-837-5152 ext. 118 tasharkey@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to develop boat access points for river use.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=35762 |
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| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. Cheoah River, Graham County, NC. | |||||
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Cornsilk Road Easement Expansion, Cheoah Ranger District, NC EA |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 04/01/2011 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 02/2013 |
Expected:03/2013 |
04/2013 |
Julie Moore 828-837-5152 juliedmoore@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to expand a road easement to enable Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to access tribal lands in Graham County, North Carolina.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=33659 |
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| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. Cheoah Ranger District, Graham County, NC off Forest Road 385. | |||||
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Fontana Multiple Resource Management Project EA |
- Land management planning - Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Forest products - Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 03/2013 |
Expected:09/2013 | 10/2013 |
Steverson Moffat 828-837-5152 smoffat@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposal is to conduct silvicultural activities designed to improve wildlife habitat, restore vegetation communities, and provide timber for the local economy.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=38849 |
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| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. National Forest lands near Fontana Lake in Graham County, North Carolina. | |||||
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Franks Creek Project EA |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Forest products - Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management - Watershed management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 10/18/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
02/2013 |
David Casey 828-837-5152 dmcasey@fs.fed.us |
| Description: Provide timber products and improve/maintain forest health, tree growth, wildlife habitat, species and watershed composition. Activities include timber harvest, invasive plant control, fisheries restoration, and timber/wildlife stand improvements.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=30790 |
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| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. LEGAL - Franks Creek Compartments. Cheoah Ranger District. | |||||
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NC 143, NCDOT Project EIS |
- Special use management |
Developing Proposal Est. NOI in Federal Register 12/2012 |
Expected:12/2015 | 06/2016 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed making improvements to NC 143 from the Cherohala Skyway to SR1127 at Robbinsville in Graham County. Portions of this project are located on National Forest system lands. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. NC 143 from the Cherohala Skyway to SR1127 at Robbinsville. | |||||
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Snowbird Angler Access Improvements CE |
- Recreation management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2013 |
Expected:02/2013 | 03/2013 |
Jason Farmer 828-479-6431 jfarmer@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to improve fishing access at two locations along Snowbird Creek at the existing Snowbird Picnic Area. Existing angler access points would be upgraded to accommodate persons with limited mobility.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=26989 |
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| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. LEGAL - Cheoah Ranger District. Snowbird Creek Picnic Area. | |||||
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Trail of Tears Memorial Footpath CE |
- Land management planning - Recreation management - Heritage resource management |
Cancelled | N/A | N/A |
Terinda Whisenant 828-479-6431 tewhisenant@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to use hand tools to trim branches and small-diameter encroaching vegetation along several short sections of the Trail of Tears / Old Army Road on the Cheoah Ranger District in Graham County, North Carolina. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. Trail of Tears / Old Army Road south of the town of Robbinsville, Graham County, North Carolina. | |||||
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US Highway 74 (A-9) Project Sections BA and CA, NCDOT Project EIS |
- Special use management |
In Progress: DEIS NOA in Federal Register 08/29/2008 Est. FEIS NOA in Federal Register 06/2015 |
Expected:06/2016 |
12/2017 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to relocate US Highway 74 from Stecoah to Robbinsville and widen the road to four lanes. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Cheoah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Graham. US Highway 74 from Stecoah to Robbinsville. | |||||
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National Forests In North Carolina, Croatan Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) |
R8 - Southern Region | ||||
| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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Big Circle Project CE |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 06/14/2008 |
Expected:01/2013 |
07/2013 |
William Dienst 252-638-5628 (ext. 4010) wedienst@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to thin and restore longleaf pine for red cockaded woodpecker habitat on 625 acres.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=24630 |
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| Location: UNIT - Croatan Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Carteret, Craven, Jones. District-wide. | |||||
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Flanners Beach Bike Trail CE |
- Recreation management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 12/03/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
03/2013 |
Dennis Foster 252-638-5628 dfoster01@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to construct approximately 10 miles of bike trail.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=35811 |
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| Location: UNIT - Croatan Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Craven. Flanners Beach / Neuse River Recreation Area, in North Carolina, Craven County, approximately 10 miles south of New Bern on the Neuse River. | |||||
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Havelock Bypass, US 70, NCDOT Project EIS |
- Special use management |
In Progress: DEIS NOA in Federal Register 09/30/2011 Est. FEIS NOA in Federal Register 03/2013 |
Expected:10/2013 |
03/2014 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed construction of a US 70 bypass around Havelock, NC.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=21694 |
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| Location: UNIT - Croatan Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Craven. Havelock Bypass, US 70, near the city of Havelock, NC. | |||||
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Newport Project EA |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Forest products - Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 10/2013 |
Expected:01/2014 | 01/2014 |
Steven Maharrey 252-638-5628 smaharrey@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed project consists of various timber, wildlife and fire related treatments to move toward the desired future condition of Longleaf pine and provide improved habitat for the Federally Endangered Red-cockaded Woodpecker
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=37454 |
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| Location: UNIT - Croatan Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Carteret. Croatan National Forest just to the west of Newport, NC. | |||||
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Revised EA for Control of the Southern Pine Beetle on Croatan National Forest EA |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management |
On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Heather Luczak 540-839-2521 hluczak@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to control outbreaks of southern pine beetle on pine stands using Integrated Pest Management techniques.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=26350 |
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| Location: UNIT - Croatan Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Carteret, Craven, Jones. On various sites of the Croatan National Forest. | |||||
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US 17, NCDOT Project EA |
- Special use management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 07/18/2011 |
Expected:10/2012 |
04/2014 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed widening US 17 to four lanes from SR 1330/SR1439 south of Belgrade to Jones-Craven County lines. A portion of this project is located on National Forest system lands. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Croatan Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jones. US 17 in Jones County from just north of Maysville to just north of Forest Service Road 204. | |||||
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National Forests In North Carolina, Grandfather Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) |
R8 - Southern Region | ||||
| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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Armstrong Creek Project EA |
- Recreation management - Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Watershed management - Road management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2013 |
Expected:07/2013 | 12/2014 |
Ted Oprean 828-877-3265 toprean@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action includes vegetation management and wildlife habitat improvement activities in the Armstrong Creek area.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=37809 |
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| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - McDowell. McDowell County. | |||||
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Catawba Falls Phase II: Trail Improvements & Dam Removal CE |
- Recreation management - Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 05/03/2012 |
Expected:02/2013 |
03/2013 |
Leigh Marston 828-652-2144 lmarston@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to improve and/or relocate trail between the parking lot and upper falls, and construct a viewing platform(s). In addition, a dam and old building will be removed.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=36081 |
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| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - McDowell. Catawba Falls. | |||||
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Control of Non-Native Invasive Plant Species in the Linville Gorge Wilderness EA |
- Special area management - Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants |
In Progress: Scoping Start 12/20/2011 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 04/2013 |
Expected:06/2013 |
09/2013 |
Gary Kauffman 828-257-4861 gkauffman@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to treat non-native invasive plant species in the Linville Gorge Wilderness using a combination of manual and chemical treatments.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=37735 |
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| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Burke, McDowell. Linville Gorge Wilderness. | |||||
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Duke Energy - Hankin Line EA |
- Special use management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 12/05/2012 |
Expected:02/2013 |
04/2013 |
Linda Randolph 828-682-6146 lrandolph@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposal is to reposition the existing utility line 34 feet to the west of existing centerline, install 17 new single shaft steel poles, insulators. Old poles and materials will be removed and the corridor will be rehabilitated.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=37101 |
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| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - McDowell. Grandfather RD. | |||||
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Globe Road, SR 1516, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed improving Globe Road, SR 1516, in Avery County. Proposed improvements include grading, widening, drainage, and paving along a 50-foot right-of-way. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Avery. Globe Road, SR 1516. | |||||
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Grandfather District Restoration Burns EA |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Fuels management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 08/31/2012 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 02/2013 |
Expected:03/2013 |
04/2013 |
Greg Philipp 828-652-2144 gphilipp@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposal is to burn six separate areas in Burke and Caldwell counties to reduce fuel loads, improve wildlife habitat, and promote fire dependent and fire adapted species. Individual burns would be implemented over multiple years.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=40077 |
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| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Burke, Caldwell. Burke and Caldwell Counties, NC. | |||||
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Grandfather FY-2013 Prescribed Burns EA |
- Fuels management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 08/31/2012 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 01/2013 |
Expected:03/2013 |
04/2013 |
Greg Philipp 828-652-2144 gphilipp@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to conduct prescribed burns at Rose Mountain, Old Way Ridge, Mills Creek, Upper Creek, and Boone Fork. The proposal also includes mechanical fuel reduction along the boundary adjacent to the Bluffs subdivision.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=37853 |
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| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Burke, Caldwell. Burke and Caldwell Counties. | |||||
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Linville Gorge Wilderness Prescribed Fire EA |
- Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 05/18/2012 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 04/2013 |
Expected:06/2013 |
07/2013 |
Gary Kauffman 828-257-4861 gkauffman@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposal includes the use of prescribed fire in the Linville Gorge Wilderness to restore the natural fire regime, to manage unnatural buildups of fuels, and to restore fire dependent communities and woodlands.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=37966 |
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| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - McDowell. Linville Gorge Wilderness. | |||||
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NCDOT Bridge #203/SR1405 CE |
- Special use management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 02/2013 |
Expected:04/2013 | 06/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to replace Bridge #203 on SR1405. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Burke. Bridge #203 over Carroll Creek on SR 1405. | |||||
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NCDOT Bridge #237/SR 1362 CE |
- Special use management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 02/2013 |
Expected:04/2013 | 06/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to replace Bridge #237 on SR 1362. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Caldwell. Bridge #237 over Woodruff Branch on SR 1362. | |||||
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Pilot Ridge Road, SR 1515, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 07/01/2007 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 02/2013 |
Expected:04/2013 |
06/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has requested a 50 foot Right-of-Way and to make improvements to about 0.5 mile of Pilot Ridge Road, SR 1515, in Avery County across FS lands. Proposed improvements include grading, widening, improving drainage and paving. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Avery. Pilot Ridge Road, SR 1515, beginning at the intersection with US 221 near the Gragg community. | |||||
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Roseboro Road, SR 1511, NCDOT Project EA |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 07/01/2007 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 06/2013 |
Expected:10/2013 |
04/2014 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed a 50 foot Right-of-Way and to make improvements to about 2.8 miles of Roseboro Road, SR 1511, across FS lands. Proposed improvements include grading, widening, improved drainage and paving. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Avery. Roseboro Road, SR 1511, beginning at the Blue Ridge Parkway near the Roseboro community. | |||||
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Roses Mountain Prescribed Burn CE *NEW LISTING* |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Vegetation management (other than forest products) |
In Progress: Scoping Start 08/31/2012 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 01/2013 |
Expected:02/2013 |
04/2013 |
Greg Philipp 828-652-2144 gphilipp@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action includes prescribed burning approximately 2887 acres on the Grandfather Ranger District. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Burke. Burke County, 12 miles northwest of Morganton, NC. | |||||
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Stevens Road, SR 1409, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has requested a 50-foot right-of-way and to make improvements including grading, widening, drainage, and paving along 0.2 miles of Stevens Road (SR 1409) across FS property. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - McDowell. Stevens Road, SR 1409, in McDowell County northeast of the town of Black Mountain. | |||||
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Sunrise Wildfire - Dozer Line Mulching CE |
- Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management |
On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Greg Philipp 828-652-2144 gphilipp@fs.fed.us |
| Description: Proposal is to mulch vegetation established on the dozer lines cut during suppression of the 2008 wildfire. The dozer lines would be maintained over time to provide long-term fuel breaks between NFS and private lands. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - McDowell. Grandfather RD. | |||||
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Thunder Hole & China Creek Trail Relocation CE |
- Recreation management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Leigh Marston 828-652-2144 lmarston@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to relocate sections of a multi-use trail to improve user access and to develop a new trailhead near Blowing Rock. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Caldwell. Grandfather RD, Thunder Hole & China Creek. | |||||
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Tolbert Road, SR 1359, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed improving Tolbert Road, SR 1359, in Caldwell County. Proposed improvements include grading, widening, drainage, and paving along a 50-foot right-of-way. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Grandfather Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Caldwell. Tolbert Road, SR 1369. | |||||
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| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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Bull Pen Bridge Replacement CE |
- Road management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Bryan Killian 828-524-6441 bkillian@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to replace the existing bridge on Bull Pen Road with a new standard weight bridge. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jackson, Macon. LEGAL - Bull Pen Road # 1178. Nantahala Ranger District. | |||||
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Bull Pen and Journ McCall Roads, SR 1100 and SR 1101, NCDOT Project EA |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed widening, paving and improving drainage on 2.2 miles of FS road. Improvements are proposed on 1.4 miles of Bull Pen road and 0.8 miles of Journ McCall road across FS property. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jackson. South of Brushy Mtn, Compartments 35 and 36. | |||||
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Cane Pole Multiple Resource Management Project EA |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Forest products - Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management - Watershed management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 02/2013 |
Expected:08/2013 | 10/2013 |
Steverson Moffat 828-837-5152 smoffat@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to conduct silvicultural treatments to improve wildlife habitat, restore vegetation communities, and supply timber for the local economy.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=38856 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jackson. National Forest System lands in Jackson County, North Carolina, near Rich Mountain. | |||||
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Chattooga River Paddler Access CE |
- Recreation management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 08/17/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
02/2013 |
Thomas Saylors 828-524-6441 ex.424 tsaylors@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The Nantahala Ranger District is proposing to designate and construct, where needed, long-term sustainable trails for paddler access and to also designate the put-in areas on national forest lands on the Nantahala Ranger District, Jackson County, NC.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=40337 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jackson. Up to four locations on the Upper Chattooga Wild and Scenic River corridor on the Nanthala Ranger District, Jackson County, NC. | |||||
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Copeland Multiple Resource Managemenet Project EA |
- Land management planning - Recreation management - Heritage resource management - Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Forest products - Vegetation management (other than forest products) - Fuels management - Watershed management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2013 |
Expected:04/2013 | 05/2013 |
Steverson Moffat 828-837-5152 x 108 smoffat@fs.fed.us |
| Description: Conduct silvicultural activities designed to improve wildlife habitat, restore vegetation communities, and provide timber for the local economy on the Nantahala Ranger District on lands in the vicinity of Nantahala Lake in Macon County, NC.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=40322 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. National Forest lands in the vicinity of Nantahala Lake, Macon County, North Carolina. | |||||
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County Line Trail/Road CE |
- Recreation management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Alice Cohen 828-524-6441 ext 424 acohen@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to construct a parking area at County Line Trail/Road between Whiteside Cove Road and the Wild and Scenic River boundary, for access to floating the Upper Chattooga River. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jackson, Macon. LEGAL - Upper Chatooga River. Macon and Jackson County. | |||||
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Flat Mountain Road, SR 1544, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 01/01/2009 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 01/2013 |
Expected:02/2013 |
05/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has requested a 50 foot right-of-way to make improvements to approx. 7,000 feet of Flat Mountain Road, SR 1544, including grading, widening, drainage, and paving. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. Flat Mountain Road, SR 1544. | |||||
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Hurricane Creek Campground Site Improvement CE |
- Recreation management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Alice Cohen 828-257-4258 acohen@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to designate 5 to 10 campsites for the primitive campground and horse campground at Hurricane Creek. Replace existing vault toilet. Construct a community shelter. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. LEGAL - Hurricane Creek Campground. Macon County. | |||||
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Moss Knob Shooting Range Upgrades CE |
- Facility management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 07/06/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
02/2013 |
Thomas Saylors 828-524-6441 ex.424 tsaylors@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to reroute the access road to the Moss Knob Shooting Range on the Nantahala RD, NFsNC, and grade and level the area between the firing lanes and backstop.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=34601 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. Moss Knob Shooting Range, Macon County, Nantahala RD, NFsNC, North Carolina. | |||||
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Nantahala Ranger District - Future Prescribed Burns CE |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Fuels management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 08/17/2012 |
Expected:03/2013 |
04/2013 |
Greg Brooks 828-524-6441, x 418 gbrooks01@fs.fed.us |
| Description: This project would add eight units in Macon, Jackson and Swain Counties to the prescribed burn rotation, beginning in the year 2013. These units would total 4,927 acres of National Forest and private land.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=40046 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Swain, Jackson, Macon. Multiple areas in Macon, Jackson, and Swain Counties, North Carolina, on the Nantahala Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest. | |||||
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Nantahala River Fishing Parking CE |
- Recreation management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 08/17/2012 |
Expected:02/2013 |
03/2013 |
Thomas Saylors 828-524-6441 ex.424 tsaylors@fs.fed.us |
| Description: Proposal is to construct six parking and put-in areas for fishing and paddler access on the Nantahala River at river miles 16.4, 16.7, 17.2, 17.6, 17.8 and 19.0 on Forest Service lands on the Nantahala Ranger District, Macon County, NC
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=40338 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. Nantahala River at river miles 16.4, 16.7, 17.2, 17.6, 17.8 and 19.0 on Forest Service lands on the Nantahala Ranger Distri. | |||||
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Panther Ridge Homeowners Easement CE |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Doris Doster 828-524-6441 415 ddoster@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to provide an easement across National Forest lands to access private property. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jackson. Nantahala Ranger District. | |||||
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Panthertown Trails CE |
- Recreation management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 07/06/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
02/2013 |
Thomas Saylors 828-524-6441 ex.424 tsaylors@fs.fed.us |
| Description: Proposal is to upgrade and designate existing user-created footpaths in the Panthertown area on the Nantahala Ranger District, Jackson County, North Carolina.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=40329 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jackson. Trails system in the Panthertown area, Nantahala Ranger District, Jackson County, North Carolina. | |||||
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Town of Highlands Powerline Construction on Horse Cove Road CE |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Doris Doster 828-524-6441 415 ddoster@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to install 3,752 feet of single phase electric distribution lines along Horse Cove Road, including placement of 15 wooden power poles, and removal of an old existing overhead line running overland across NF lands. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. LEGAL - Nantahala Ranger District. Macon County, North Carolina. | |||||
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Wasilik Poplar Removal CE |
- Special area management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Alice Cohen 828-257-4258 acohen@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to use explosives to remove the upper portion of the Wasilik Poplar for public safety. The Wasilik Poplar was at one time the national champion poplar. Now dead, the tree presents a danger to visitors. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. Macon County, NC. | |||||
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Wayehutta OHV Parking Area Improvements CE |
- Facility management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 08/17/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
02/2013 |
James Browning 828-524-6441, Ext 429 jbbrowning@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to improve the parking area and facilities at the Wayehutta OHV Area. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jackson. Wayehutta OHV Area, Roy Taylor Forest, Nantahala Ranger District. | |||||
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Wayehutta Trail Seven Relocation CE |
- Recreation management - Road management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 08/17/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
02/2013 |
Thomas Saylors 828-524-6441 ex.424 tsaylors@fs.fed.us |
| Description: Relocate a steep section of Trail 7 at the Wayehutta OHV recreation site to a gentler contour. Work would occur on the Nantahala Ranger District, Jackson County, NC.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=40336 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Jackson. Wayehutta Trail 7, Wayehutta OHV System, Nantahala Ranger District, Jackson County, NC. | |||||
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Wetlands Restoration at Ranger Falls CE |
- Recreation management - Special area management - Vegetation management (other than forest products) |
On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Doreen Miller 828-524-6441 dmiller05@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to enhance the Ranger Falls recreation area by restoring wetland processes and functions. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. Ranger Falls recreation site, Nantahala Ranger District, Macon County, NC. | |||||
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Whiteside Mountain Parking Area Improvements CE |
- Recreation management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 07/06/2012 |
Expected:03/2013 |
05/2013 |
Alice Cohen 828-257-4258 acohen@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to expand and pave the parking area at Whiteside Mountain, Nantahala Ranger District, Macon County, NC.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=35708 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. Whiteside Mountain trail head, Nantahala Ranger District, Macon County, NC. | |||||
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Wildlife Opening Prescribed Burns CE |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Vegetation management (other than forest products) |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 01/2013 |
Expected:03/2013 | 04/2013 |
Greg Brooks 828-524-6441, x 418 gbrooks01@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to prescribe burn 50-100 acres of dormant season wildlife openings for maintenance of grasses and forbs.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=33095 |
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| Location: UNIT - Nantahala Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Macon. Western side of the Nantahala Ranger District. | |||||
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National Forests In North Carolina, Pisgah Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) |
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| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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Bent Creek Disturbance Based Regeneration Research Project EA |
- Vegetation management (other than forest products) |
In Progress: Scoping Start 12/19/2012 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 02/2013 |
Expected:03/2013 |
07/2013 |
Jason Rodrigue 828-257-4248 jarodrigue@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to implement a new silvicultural system and continue testing an existing silvicultural system that are both based on natural disturbance patterns for their potential to regenerate oak and hickory species.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=39776 |
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| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Buncombe. Bent Creek Experimental Forest and the Beaverdam area. | |||||
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Bentley/Wells - Small Tracts Act CE |
- Land ownership management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Dan Belanger 828-257-4242 dbelanger@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to resolve a trespass case as a result of the Forest Service landline boundary refurbishment. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Haywood. The property is located in the Cruso community of Haywood county along Crawford Creek Rd. | |||||
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Big Creek Lodge Easement CE |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Raymond Johns 828-257-4859 rayjohns@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to provide a reciprocal Right-Of-Way access to private in-holding and NFS lands. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Transylvania. Pisgah Ranger District. | |||||
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Bridge #148 Replacement, B-4989, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 01/01/2011 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 01/2013 |
Expected:02/2013 |
05/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed replacing Bridge #148 on SR 1326, Macedonia Church Road, in Transylvania County. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Transylvania. Bridge #148 on SR 1326, Macedonia Church Road, over Lamance Creek. | |||||
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Courthouse Vegetation Management EA |
- Forest products - Vegetation management (other than forest products) |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 12/19/2012 |
Expected:02/2013 |
06/2013 |
Ted Oprean 828-877-3265 toprean@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposal includes vegetation, recreation, and fuels management activities in Analysis Area 13 on the Pisgah Ranger District.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=36287 |
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| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Transylvania, Haywood. Analysis Area 13. | |||||
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Little East Fork Trail Reroute CE |
- Recreation management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Patrick Scott 828-877-3350 pscott@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to reroute about 75 yards of existing trail to bypass washout caused by September 2004 tropical storms. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Haywood. Pisgah RD. | |||||
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NC 215, NCDOT Project EIS |
- Special use management |
In Progress: NOI in Federal Register 01/14/2005 Est. DEIS NOA in Federal Register 07/2013 |
Expected:05/2014 |
04/2015 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed making improvements to NC 215 in Transylvania County from US 64 to SR 1326 south of Balsam. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Transylvania. NC 215 from US 64 to SR 1326 south of Balsam. | |||||
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NCDOT Bridge #148/SR 1326 CE |
- Road management |
Developing Proposal Est. Scoping Start 02/2013 |
Expected:04/2013 | 06/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposd action is to replace Bridge 148 on SR1326. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Transylvania. Transylvania County. | |||||
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NCREN Fiber Optic Line Expansion Project (MCNC) - Phase III of Western NC Route CE |
- Special use management | Completed | Actual: 08/10/2012 | 09/2012 |
Linda Randolph 828-622-3202 lrandolph@fs.fed.us |
| Description: Proposal would permit MCNC organization to install and maintain a buried 2-inch conduit and 144-count SM fiber optic cable within the state road rights-of-way across NFS lands. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Transylvania. Macedonia Church Road / Hwy 215, Transylvania County. | |||||
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Upper Whitewater Road, SR 1152, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 10/01/2010 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 02/2013 |
Expected:04/2013 |
06/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has requested a 50-foot right-of-way and proposed improvements to about 7750 feet of Upper Whitewater Road, SR 1152, in Transylvania County. Proposed improvements include grading, widening, drainage and paving. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Pisgah Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Transylvania. Upper Whitewater Road, SR 1152, near the Sapphire community and Lake Toxaway. | |||||
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National Forests In North Carolina, Tusquittee Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) |
R8 - Southern Region | ||||
| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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Bear Paw Church Road, SR 1313, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 10/01/2005 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 01/2013 |
Expected:02/2013 |
05/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has requested a 50-foot right-of-way and to make improvements to Bear Paw Church Road, SR 1313. Proposed improvements include very minor changes in centerline and widening. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Cherokee. Bear Paw Church Road, SR 1313. | |||||
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Blue Ridge EMC VIPER Tower Power Cable CE |
- Special use management | Completed | Actual: 10/02/2012 | 11/2012 |
Julie Moore 828-837-5152 juliedmoore@fs.fed.us |
| Description: Proposal is to grant a special use authorization to the Blue Ridge Electric Management Corporation to install a power line to the NC State Highway Patrol VIPER communications tower on Boteler Peak, Tusquitee Ranger District, Clay County, NC. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Clay. The administrative area adjacent to the communications towers on Boteler Peak, Tusquitee Ranger District, Clay County, NC. | |||||
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Blue Ridge Mountain EMC Substation CE |
- Special use management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 09/20/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
02/2013 |
Julie Moore 828-837-5152 juliedmoore@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to issue a special use permit for Blue Ridge Mountain EMC to construct a power distribution substation on approximately 2 acres of National Forest land on the Tusquitee Ranger District. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Cherokee. Cherokee County, NC adjacent to an existing power utility corridor behind Hiawassee Baptist Church off Forest Road 654 on the Tusquittee Ranger District. | |||||
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Cherokee County Convenience/Recycling Center CE |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Julie Moore 828-837-5152 juliedmoore@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to issue a special use permit to Cherokee county to establish one or more staffed waste convenience/recycling centers for residential household garbage. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Cherokee. LEGAL - Cherokee County. 8235 Joe Brown Hwy. | |||||
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Clay County Shooting Range EA |
- Recreation management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 08/23/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 Actual: 10/08/2010 |
03/2013 |
Steverson Moffat 828-837-5152 smoffat@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to construct a rifle shooting range with parking area for approximately 10 vehicles.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=6536 |
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| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Clay. LEGAL - Clay County, North Carolina. Clay County, North Carolina. | |||||
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Clay County Shooting Range Project - 2012 EA |
- Recreation management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 08/24/2012 |
Expected:01/2013 |
03/2013 |
Steverson Moffat 828-837-5152 smoffat@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to construct an outdoor shooting range facility on national forest lands in Clay County, North Carolina.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=40035 |
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| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Clay. National forest system lands in eastern Clay County, North Carolina. | |||||
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Hibbert Branch Road Easement CE |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Julie Moore 828-837-5152 juliedmoore@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to provide a 4200 foot road easement fon Hibbert Branch Road (FS # 650) for a private property owner to gain access to property. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Cherokee. LEGAL - Cherokee County. Hibbert Branch Road. | |||||
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Joe Brown Highway, SR 1452, NCDOT Project EA |
- Special use management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has requested a 50-foot right-of-way and to make improvements to Joe Brown Highway, SR 1452. Proposed improvements include grading, widening, drainage, and paving. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Cherokee. Joe Brown Highway, SR 1452 (a.k.a. SR 1326D). | |||||
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Joe Brown Road, SR 1326C, NCDOT Project CE |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 10/01/2010 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 02/2013 |
Expected:03/2013 |
05/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has requested a 50-foot right-of-way and to make improvements to Joe Brown Road. Proposed improvements include very minor changes in centerline and widening, grading, drainage improvement, and paving. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Cherokee. Joe Brown Road, SR 1326C. | |||||
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Laurel Creek Property Owners Association Access Across National Forest System Lands EA |
- Special use management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 12/27/2012 |
Expected:03/2013 |
05/2013 |
Julie Moore 828-837-5152 juliedmoore@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to authorize access to a privately owned inholding on the Valley River Mountains rim above Fires Creek which will involve new road construction and use of existing Forest Service roads.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=25341 |
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| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Clay. LEGAL - Tusquitee Ranger District. Tusquitee Ranger District. | |||||
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Tributary to Hiwassee River Stream Rehabilitation Project CE |
- Watershed management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 07/12/2012 |
Expected:04/2013 |
05/2013 |
Brady Dodd 828-257-4214 bdodd@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to restore approximately 1,000 feet of stream channel conditions and function using natural channel design techniques on a tributary between King Street and to the confluence with the Hiwassee River, by excavating and hauling.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=27001 |
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| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Cherokee. LEGAL - Tusquitee Ranger District. Tusquitee District Office. | |||||
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Walker Fields Wildlife CE |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Doreen Miller 828-524-6441 dmiller05@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to remove encroaching woody vegetation from wildlife food plots at Walker Fields. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Tusquittee Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Cherokee. Walker Fields, Tusquitee Ranger District, Cherokee County, NC. | |||||
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National Forests In North Carolina, Uwharrie Ranger District (excluding Projects occurring in more than one District) |
R8 - Southern Region | ||||
| Project Name | Project Purpose | Planning Status | Decision | Expected Implementation | Project Contact |
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NC 24/27 Widening Project, NCDOT Project EA |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 07/10/2006 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 05/2013 |
Expected:11/2013 |
11/2014 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NC DOT has proposed widening from two lanes to four lanes of NC 24/27 from NC 73 to the Troy Bypass. Approximately 2.7 miles of this 11 mile project are located on Forest Service lands. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Uwharrie Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Montgomery. NC 24/27 from the Troy Bypass to NC 73. | |||||
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Northwest Area Watershed and Aquatic Habitat Improvements CE |
- Watershed management |
In Progress: 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 08/29/2012 |
Expected:02/2013 |
04/2013 |
Theresa Savery 910-576-6391 x 102 tsavery@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposal includes removal of tailings piles along Big Creek, removal and replacement of several stream crossings (either culverts or concrete fords), restoration of stream channels and aquatic habitat including fish/aquatic organism passage.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=38885 |
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| Location: UNIT - Uwharrie Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Montgomery. LEGAL - Big Creek and Crow Creek in the Middle Uwharrie River Watershed near the Russell Mine. Montgomery County, East of the town of Blaine, NC. | |||||
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Northwest Restoration Project EA |
- Recreation management - Heritage resource management - Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Forest products |
In Progress: Scoping Start 12/15/2010 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 03/2013 |
Expected:06/2013 |
10/2013 |
Mark Carter 910-576-6391 mcarter01@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposal includes projects for ecosystem restoration, heritage resource, wildlife, and recreation improvement. The analysis area includes approximately 14,933 acres within compartments 9 - 16 and 21 - 25.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=29624 |
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| Location: UNIT - Uwharrie Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Montgomery. LEGAL - Compartments 9 - 16 and 21 - 25. The analysis area is located approximately 12 miles northwest of Troy, NC in Montgomery County. | |||||
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Ophir Dirt Road (a.k.a. Tower Road), SR 1134, NCDOT Project EA |
- Special use management |
In Progress: Scoping Start 02/12/2008 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 01/2013 |
Expected:03/2013 |
04/2013 |
Karen Compton 828-257-4230 kcompton@fs.fed.us |
| Description: NCDOT has proposed improvements to Ophir Dirt Road (a.k.a. Tower Road), SR 1134, in Montgomery County. Proposed improvements include grading, widening, drainage,and paving.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=10603 |
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| Location: UNIT - Uwharrie Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Montgomery. Secondary Road 1134 in Montgomery County, near the Ophir Community. | |||||
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Reconstruction/Paving of Forest Service Roads 544 and 576. EA |
- Road management | On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Mark Carter 910-576-6391 mcarter01@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action involves the reconstruction and paving of approximately 1.3 miles of Forest Service Roads 544 and 576. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Uwharrie Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Montgomery. LEGAL - Compartments 15, 16 and 21, Montgomery County, NC. Badin Lake Recreation Area. | |||||
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Thousand Bale Bottom Fishing Access CE |
- Recreation management - Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants |
On Hold | N/A | N/A |
Theresa Savery 910-576-6391 x 102 tsavery@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action will involve the construction of a foot trail and bank stabilization on the Uwharrie river to provide access for fishing. | |||||
| Location: UNIT - Uwharrie Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Montgomery. LEGAL - Compartment 21, Montgomery County, NC. Thousand Bale Bottom. | |||||
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Uwharrie District Non-native Invasive Plant Treatment EA |
- Wildlife, Fish, Rare plants - Vegetation management (other than forest products) |
In Progress: Scoping Start 03/01/2011 Est. 215 Comment Period Legal Notice 03/2013 |
Expected:05/2013 |
06/2013 |
Gary Kauffman 828-257-4861 gkauffman@fs.fed.us |
| Description: The proposed action is to treat non-native invasive plants on the Uwharrie National Forest using a combination of mechanical, cultural, and chemical treatments.
Web Link: http://data.ecosystem-management.org/nepaweb/nepa_project_exp.php?project=34643 |
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| Location: UNIT - Uwharrie Ranger District. STATE - North Carolina. COUNTY - Randolph, Davidson, Macon. Montgomery, Randolph, and Davidson Counties. | |||||
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