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South Manitou Island Dock Extension
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The SMI boat dock, located on the southeast shore of SMI bay, is the only manageable access point to the island for public visitors and NPS staff. From the dock, visitors have a short walk to the lighthouse built in 1871, a U.S. Life-Saving Service and Coast Guard Station that now serves as a ranger station, and several historically preserved 19th century farm buildings. The island's many trails begin from the dock landing and allow visitors a scenic hike to the high perched dunes overlooking the island's western shore, a natural inland lake (Florence Lake), three designated backcountry campgrounds, and numerous other natural features.
This EA was initially released for public review and comment in November 2011. The revised EA does not analyze additional impact topics or additional alternatives in depth, but it does clarify some information from the initial EA and briefly describes alternatives considered but dismissed early in the planning process.
The Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) was signed by the Director of the Midwest Region, August 2, 2012.