Forest Service Seeks Feedback on Tea Creek Bridge Replacement Project

The Monongahela National Forest is seeking feedback on the Tea Creek Bridge Replacement Project on the Marlinton Ranger District in Pocahontas County. This project is in the beginning stages of development and is located at the intersection of Forest Road 86 (Williams River Road) and Forest Road 135 where it crosses the Williams River, 11 miles northwest of Marlinton.

The project will replace the existing bridge with a new structure that will better meet access needs and ensure continued safe public access to Tea Creek Campground and nearby trails. Construction associated with this work will occur over 1-2 years, between July and October 2025 and 2026 (during the low-water season). During construction the campground might experience short term closures for work crew efficiency and public safety.  Information on the closure(s) will be posted under Alerts and Warnings on the Monongahela National Forest’s webpage linked here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/mnf/.

Additional project information, including a map and photos, can be found on the project website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/project/mnf/?project=63889. Submit written comments to adrienne.nottingham@usda.gov with the subject line “Tea Creek Bridge Replacement”, during the comment period ending September 4, 2024. Comments can also be mailed to the following address: Marlinton Ranger District, Attn: Jason Hattersley, 1627 Cemetery Road, Marlinton, WV 24954.

Information received from the public during the comment period will be used to help develop the project proposal. For more information contact Adrienne Nottingham at adrienne.nottingham@usda.gov or call (304) 799-4334.