Middle Fork Trail #1003 MP 1. 5 – MP 2. 0 Relocation and Slide Repair

Note: Interested parties are to read the presolicitation notice for a full description or open the attached solicitation for all up-to-date details.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This project involves the construction of just over ½ (.6) mile of relocation at MP 1.5 on a long distance non- motorized, multiple use trail. Work includes the clearing, grubbing, excavation and embankment, switchbacks, and a variety of other trail and drainage structures. The contractor will be responsible for the purchase of all materials, mobilization, and construction of all portions of the project. Mountain bicycles and pack animals are allowed on this trail. Blasting may be required on this project. The contractor is responsible for all Washington State and Federal regulations and certifications regarding blasting activities. Helicopters, blasting, and other trail construction machines have timing restrictions.

PROJECT LOCATION

This project is located on the Snoqualmie Ranger District/North Bend Area, of the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.  From Seattle or Bellevue, take I-90 east and take exit #34. Drive north on 468th Avenue. In 0.6 miles, turn right onto SE Middle Fork Road (Forest Service Road #56). The large and well-marked Middle Fork trailhead parking lot is on  the right side of the road at 11.5 miles. Hike the Middle Fork Trail 1.5 miles to the beginning of the proposed relocation.