Boundary Adjustment Study

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The National Park Service (NPS) has completed a boundary adjustment study for Appomattox Court House National Historical Park. Applying the boundary study criteria identified in National Park Service Management Policies, 2006 (Section 3.5), this study assessed the potential for including lands associated with the Appomattox Campaign fought on the final days of the American Civil War within the boundary of the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park. The study also identified different strategies for protecting these lands and the historic resources located within the boundary adjustment study area.

The Appomattox Campaign is a key series of historic events that lead to the final surrender at Appomattox Court House and is important for understanding the conclusion of the American Civil War. This Boundary Adjustment Study built on the data and information collected during the draft general management planning process, and makes recommendations in a formal decision document as an Environmental Assessment (EA). The final Appomattox Court House National Historical Park Boundary Adjustment -Environmental Assessment can be referenced by clicking on the "Document List" link located in the left-hand column.

Only Congress, through legislated action, or the President, through the use of the Antiquities Act, has the authority to expand the boundary of a national park unit. The Appomattox Court House National Historical Park Boundary Adjustment Study - Environmental Assessment will be used to inform decision makers regarding the potential future adjustments to the boundary of the park. Any land considered for possible inclusion within the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park would have to go through a legislated process and lands would only be acquired from donors, willing sellers, or partners.

Contact Information

Denver Service Center
Project Manager
Justin Henderson
Justin_Henderson@nps.gov
(303) 969-2540