PIERCE COUNTY
NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE
Environmental Review
Pierce County Parks-Ski Park Bridge
SEPA Application: 1056709
Notice is hereby provided in accordance with PCC, Chapter 18.80 and Section 18D.40.050, and WAC 197-11-510 that Pierce County has issued a Mitigated Determination of Nonsignificance (MDNS) on the following proposal:
Pierce County Planning and Public Works (PPW) is proposing to replace the Ski Park Bridge (#PRT27195-E) for Pierce County Parks in 2026. The bridge spans a small tributary stream and has wetlands on both sides of it. It is 195 feet long by 15 feet wide built on creosote wood piers that support a wood superstructure with a pervious asphalt deck. The bridge is part of the foothills trail system which provides for foot and bicycle access throughout Pierce County.
Pierce County, acting as lead agency, has determined that the proposal will not result in significant adverse impacts on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) will not be required. This decision was made after the review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file. This information is available to the public on request.
An appeal of this determination must be filed no later than September 17, 2025, online at www.co.pierce.wa.us, or at the Development Center, Planning and Public Works Department, Pierce County Public Services Building, 2401 S. 35th St., Tacoma, WA 98409 by filing the appropriate fee and Notice of Appeal. You should be prepared to make specific factual objections. Review Chapter 1.22 of Title 1, General Provisions for additional information on the appeal process, including Content of Notice of Appeal (1.22.090.C). Contact the Development Center, 798-7210 to read or ask about the procedure for appeals.
IPL0270061
Sep 5 2025