(186) 3/1/2024
Appalachian Trail on Bear Mountain
Flood damage site survey

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We met at the Bear Mountain Administration building

Then rode to the Perkins Memorial Drive loop
where it intersects with the Appalachian Trail

There were signs of heavy erosion everywhere

Mickey details flood damage
and what is needed to be repaired ASAP

The massive flood
washed out large sections of the trail

In some places
all the anchor rocks are missing

Other areas are just heavily eroded

The trail after the bridge… 
is missing

The cribwall and trail
were totally washed away

These pins used to hold the cribwall in place

A view from the other side of the bridge,
that‘s a lot of trail missing

Looking uphill
It‘s steep and dangerous

Dangerous? The Chief slips
while checking for available rocks

After a lot of discussion, we all agree
repairing this section is a big project

There are several areas
where the trail has been washed away

Mickey points to prior pathways used to move equipment and material

A lot of the trail is still OK

Some sections are in need of minor reinforcements

A lot of coping stones
were washed downhill by the flood

This section of the trail is in excellent shape

Another long section not affected by the flood

The Appalachian Trail on Bear Mountain
is an enjoyable, hiking experience

Mickey outlines why LDTC
was chosen for this project

We weren‘t looking for one, but there it is

Yes, that's a blowdown across the trail.
Russ takes a photo and marks its location

And we continue down the trail

Another washed out area just ahead

Of course, the material to rebuild it
is all downhill

Russ outlines what he believes
are our biggest challenges on this project

Not part of the flood damage,
but this bridge is in serious need of repair

Bridges along the Appalachian Trail on Bear Mountain

Back in the main parking lot
where we discuss our next move

My beauty shot for the day



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