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Role of the Forest Service

  1. Identifies needs and provides forest resource information as required for route and project support.
  2. Proposes routes for FH designation.
  3. Reviews routes proposed by the State for designation.
  4. Coordinates with the State and counties/boroughs on proposed FH routes and projects.
  5. Proposes projects for inclusion in the FHP.
  6. Jointly selects projects for inclusion in the FHP with FHWA and the State.
  7. Appoints a member to the Social, Economic, and Environmental (SEE) Team to study location alternatives and to obtain environmental clearance for a project.
  8. If applicable, enters into a project agreement with FHWA.
  9. Concurs in project PS&E.
  10. Inspects and approves final construction.
  11. May contribute cooperative funds to assist in the construction or improvement of a FH Project.
   


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