Restoration of Canal Operations at Hancock MP 122.12 to 124.59

The National Park Service (NPS) proposes to rehabilitate and restore historic structures of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park (C&O Canal NHP) at Hancock, Maryland. The project area begins at Mile 122.12 and ends at Mile 124.59 of the towpath, along the Potomac River. This area includes Locks 51 and 52, the Bowles (Little) Farm, the Tonoloway Creek Aqueduct, canal prism, canal boat basin, parking area at Little Tonoloway Picnic Area, the park's maintenance compound, and ruins of the Little Warehouse and stone wall. The project area is approximately 84 acres and follows the C&O Canal NHP towpath for approximately 2.5 miles. The proposed action would also include the expansion of opportunities for learning about canal operations in the 19th century near Hancock, Maryland. Restoration and rehabilitation of historic structures at the park and improvements to interpretive/educational opportunities would provide visitors a better understanding of canal operations and an improved appreciation for the history of the canal.
The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 process is being conducted in accordance with NPS regulations for implementing NEPA, and it examined the consequences of this proposed project on the environment. This Environmental Assessment (EA) presents the alternatives considered during the NEPA process, the affected environment, the impacts associated with the proposed project, potential mitigation measures, and the agency consultation and coordination conducted to support this project.

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