Categorical Exclusion

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

The following categorical exclusions require NEPA documentation, which will be completed as set forth at § 1b.3(g).

Exclusion Text

(USDA-44d-USFS) Construction, reconstruction, decommissioning, or disposal of buildings, infrastructure, or improvements at an existing recreation site, including infrastructure or improvements that are adjacent or connected to an existing recreation site and provide access or utilities for that site. Recreation sites include but are not limited to campgrounds and camping areas, picnic areas, day use areas, fishing sites, interpretive sites, visitor centers, trailheads, ski areas, and observation sites. Activities within this category are intended to apply to facilities located at recreation sites managed by the Forest Service and those managed by concessioners under a special use authorization. Examples include but are not limited to: (i) Constructing, reconstructing, or expanding a toilet or shower facility; (ii) Constructing or reconstructing a fishing pier, wildlife viewing platform, dock, or other constructed feature at a recreation site; (iii) Installing or reconstructing a water or waste disposal system; (iv) Constructing or reconstructing campsites; (v) Disposal of facilities at a recreation site; (vi) Constructing or reconstructing a boat landing; (vii) Replacing a chair lift at a ski area; (viii) Constructing or reconstructing a parking area or trailhead; and (ix) Reconstructing or expanding a recreation rental cabin.