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Rehabilitate Marina Bulkheads at Flamingo
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The National Park Service (NPS) issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Rehabilitation of the Flamingo Marina Bulkheads. The FONSI establishes that, based on the Environmental Assessment (EA), there would be no significant impact on the environment as a result of the selected action. In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act, the park considered "action" and "no action" alternatives and solicited public comments for 30 days.
This project will rehabilitate existing historic seawall bulkheads, walkways, and aging amenities within the park's Flamingo Mission 66 Developed Area Historic District. Visible sections of existing seawall caps and pilings are cracking and breaking due to rusting and expanding reinforcing steel, causing potential tripping hazards for visitors and staff. This project will improve safety and provide an optimal visitor experience with a 50- 100-year life span.
The selected action, Alternative C, provides for the building of a new bulkhead wall using the "hard ground press-in method." This method involves specialized equipment that uses hydraulic force to push piles into the ground. The new bulkhead wall will be built in front of the existing wall and is designed to carry the load of both walls. Other components of the project include the demolition and replacement of an aging boat shelter, as well as the repair/replacement of boat docks, pilings, and associated utilities (electric, water, wastewater, and fuel). Construction is anticipated to begin later this year.
The FONSI decision was made after considering environmental impacts to resources including species of concern, wildlife, fisheries, vegetation, wetlands, cultural resources, water quality, floodplains, visitor use and experience, and socioeconomics. The NPS will implement multiple mitigation measures and best management practices to protect the natural and cultural resources onsite.
Funding for the project is provided by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund. GAOA is part of a comprehensive effort to address the extensive deferred maintenance and repair backlog in national parks. Supported by revenue from energy development, the fund provides up to $1.3 billion per year for five years to the NPS to make significant enhancements in national parks to ensure their preservation and provide opportunities for recreation, education, and enjoyment for current and future visitors.
The FONSI and related documents are available by selecting "Document List" on the left side of the page.
This project will rehabilitate existing historic seawall bulkheads, walkways, and aging amenities within the park's Flamingo Mission 66 Developed Area Historic District. Visible sections of existing seawall caps and pilings are cracking and breaking due to rusting and expanding reinforcing steel, causing potential tripping hazards for visitors and staff. This project will improve safety and provide an optimal visitor experience with a 50- 100-year life span.
The selected action, Alternative C, provides for the building of a new bulkhead wall using the "hard ground press-in method." This method involves specialized equipment that uses hydraulic force to push piles into the ground. The new bulkhead wall will be built in front of the existing wall and is designed to carry the load of both walls. Other components of the project include the demolition and replacement of an aging boat shelter, as well as the repair/replacement of boat docks, pilings, and associated utilities (electric, water, wastewater, and fuel). Construction is anticipated to begin later this year.
The FONSI decision was made after considering environmental impacts to resources including species of concern, wildlife, fisheries, vegetation, wetlands, cultural resources, water quality, floodplains, visitor use and experience, and socioeconomics. The NPS will implement multiple mitigation measures and best management practices to protect the natural and cultural resources onsite.
Funding for the project is provided by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund. GAOA is part of a comprehensive effort to address the extensive deferred maintenance and repair backlog in national parks. Supported by revenue from energy development, the fund provides up to $1.3 billion per year for five years to the NPS to make significant enhancements in national parks to ensure their preservation and provide opportunities for recreation, education, and enjoyment for current and future visitors.
The FONSI and related documents are available by selecting "Document List" on the left side of the page.