motor vehicle use map - usda

MOTOR VEHICLE USE MAPSumter National Forest

Andrew Pickens Ranger District

America’s Great OutdoorsSouth Carolina

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Motor Vehicle Use MapTHE PURPOSE AND CONTENTS

OF THIS MAP The designations shown on this motorvehicle use map (MVUM) were made bythe responsible official pursuant to 36CFR 212.51; are effective as of the dateon the front cover of this MVUM; and willremain in effect until superceded by nextyear's MVUM.

It is the responsibility of the user toacquire the current MVUM.This MVUMshows the National Forest System roads,National Forest System trails, and theareas on National Forest System lands inthe Andrew Pickens Ranger District thatare designated for motor vehicle usepursuant to 36 CFR 212.51. This MVUMalso identifies the vehicle classes allowedon each route and in each area; and anyseasonal restrictions that apply on thoseroutes and in those areas.

Designation of a road, trail, or area formotor vehicle use by a particular class ofvehicle under 36 CFR 212.51 should notbe interpreted as encouraging or invitinguse or implying that the road, trail, orarea is passable, actively maintained, orsafe for travel. Motor vehicledesignations include parking alongdesignated routes and at facilitiesassociated with designated routes whenit is safe to do so and when not causingdamage to National Forest Systemresources. Seasonal weather conditionsand natural events may renderdesignated roads and trails impassablefor extended periods. Designated areasmay contain dangerous or impassableterrain. Many designated roads and trailsmay be passable only by high-clearancevehicles or four-wheel-drive vehicles.Maintenance of designated roads andtrails will depend on available resources,and many may receive little maintenance.

These designations apply only toNational Forest System roads, NationalForest System trails, and areas on NationalForest System lands.

________________________________________District Ranger, Andrew Pickens Ranger District

This motor vehicle use map identifiesthose roads, trails, and areas designatedfor the motor vehicle use under 36 CFR212.51 for the purpose of enforcing theprohibition at 36 CFR 261.13. This is alimited purpose. The other public roadsare shown for information and navigationpurposes only and are not subject todesignation under the Forest Servicetravel management regulation.

OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES Operating a motor vehicle on NationalForest System roads, National ForestSystem trails, and in areas on NationalForest System lands carries a greaterresponsibility than operating that vehiclein a city or other developed setting. Notonly must you know and follow allapplicable traffic laws, you need to showconcern for the environment as well asother forest users. The misuse of motorvehicles can lead to the temporary orpermanent closure of any designatedroad, trail, or area. As a motor vehicleoperator, you are also subject to Statetraffic law, including State requirementsfor licensing, registration, and operationof the vehicle in question.

Motor vehicle use, especially off-highway vehicle use, involves inherentrisks that may cause property damage,serious injury, and possibly death toparticipants. Drive cautiously andanticipate rough surfaces and featuressuch as snow, mud, vegetation, andwater crossings common to remotedriving conditions. By your Participation,you voluntarily assume full responsibilityfor these damages, risks, and dangers.Take care at all times to protect yourselfand those under your responsibility.

Much of the Andrew Pickens RangerDistrict is remote. Medical assistancemay not be readily available. Cellulartelephones do not work in many areas ofthe Andrew Pickens Ranger District.Operators should take adequate food,water, first-aid supplies, and otherequipment appropriate for the conditionsand expected weather.

ALWAYS REMEMBER TO RESPECTPRIVATE LAND! PROTECT YOURPRIVILEGE. STAY ON DESIGNATEDROADS, TRAILS, AND IN DESIGNATEDAREAS.

Read and understand this map in itsentirety. If you have questions, pleasecontact the Andrew Pickens RangerDistrict for clarification. As a motor vehicle operator on aNational Forest System road, trail, orarea, you must comply with this map, aswell as all Federal, State, and local lawsand regulations. Compliance with theserules is your responsibility.

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Travel and recreate with minimum impact.

Respect the environment and the rights ofothers.

Educate yourself----plan and prepare beforeyou go.

Allow for future use of the outdoors by leavingit better than you found it.

Discover the rewards of responsiblerecreation.

INFORMATION SOURCES

PROHIBITIONS It is prohibited to possess or

operate a motor vehicle on NationalForest System lands on the AndrewPickens Ranger District other than inaccordance with these designations(36 CFR 261.13). Violators of 36 CFR 261.13 aresubject to a fine of up to $5,000,imprisonment for up to 6 months or both(18 U.S.C. 3571(e)). This prohibitionapplies regardless of the presence orabsence of signs.

This map does not displaynonmotorized uses, over-snow uses, orother facilities and attractions on theAndrew Pickens Ranger District. Obtainforest visitor information from the localnational forest office.

Designated roads, trails, and areasmay also be subject to temporary,emergency closures. As a visitor, youmust comply with signs notifying you ofsuch restrictions. A national forest mayissue an order to close a road, trail, orarea on a temporary basis to protect thelife, health, or safety of forest visitors orthe natural or cultural resources in theseareas. Such temporary and/oremergency closures are consistent withthe Travel Management Rule (36 CFR212.52 (b), 36 CFR 261 subpart B).

The designation "road or trail open toall motor vehicles" does not supersedevehicle size or weight limits imposedthrough State traffic law.

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Francis Marion and Sumter National ForestsSupervisor's Office

4931 Broad River RoadColumbia, SC 29212-6090Telephone: (803) 561-4000

Andrew Pickens Ranger District112 Andrew Pickens Circle

Mountain Rest, South Carolina 29664Phone: (864) 638-9568

On the Web:http://www.fs.usda.gov/scnfs

Emergency Contact:Dial 911

EXPLANATION OF LEGEND ITEMS

Motorized Trail Access:

This symbol indicates a trailhead for accessto a motorized route. Not all motorizedroutes have trailheads and those that domay range from primitive to developed.

Roads Open to Highway Legal Vehicles Only:

These roads are open only to motor vehicleslicensed under State law for general operationon all public roads within the State.

Trails Open to All Vehicles:

These trails are open to all motor vehicles, including both highway legal and nonhighway legal vehicles.

Trails Open to Motorcycles Only:

These trails are open only to motorcycles.Sidecars are not permitted.

Special Vehicle Designation:

This symbol indicates the road or trail is open to classes of vehicles other than those listed above. Refer to the Seasonal and Special Designation Table for further instructions.

Milepost Marker:

This symbol is used to display the beginning and ending mileposts of a road that has a change in the designation but not the symbology.

Short Route Identifier:

This symbol is used for routes that are too short to show an actual symbol type on the map. The symbol contains the number of the road or trail. Users should refer to the corresponding number in the Short Route Table for designation information.

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Trails Open to Vehicles 50 inches or Less in Width:

Trails open only to motor vehicles less than 50 inches in width at the widest point on the vehicle.

Dispersed Camping/Game Retrieval(DC/GR):

This symbol is used along with a designatedroad or trail to indicate limited cross-countrymotor vehicle use within a specific distance ofthat route, solely for the purposeof dispersedcamping and/or game retrieval. The dotsindicate where this activity is permitted. Theymay be on the left, right, or both sides of theroute. Refer to the Dispersed Camping/GameRetrieval Table for specifics.

DC/GR, Right SideDC/GR, Left SideDC/GR, Both Sides

Roads Open to All Vehicles:

These roads are open to all motor vehicles, including smaller off-highway vehicles that may not be licensed for highway use (but not to oversize or overweight vehicles under State traffic law).

Trails Open to Wheeled Vehicles 50 inches orLess in Width:

These trails are open only to wheeled, motorvehicles less than 50 inches in width at thewidest point on the vehicle.

Seasonal Designation:

This symbol, used in conjunction with one ofthe other road or trail symbols, indicates thatthe road or trail is open only during certainportions of the year. Refer to Seasonal andSpecial Designation Table for furtherinstructions.

Other Public Roads and Trails:

These symbols are used to show routes the Forest Service does not have jurisdiction over and has not designated for motorized use. These symbols are part of the reference layers showing connections to towns and cities outside the forest boundary.

InterstateHighways, U.S., StateOther Public RoadsOther Public Trails

Areas Open to Cross Country Travel:

These are areas on National Forest System land that allow cross-country travel by motorized vehicles.Specific vehicle classes and seasonal designations may be indicated in the Seasonal and Special Designation Table.

Route Number Special Vehicle Designation Dates Allowed Beginning Mile Post

Ending Mile Post

2658

Roads open to highway legal

vehicles only, with Seasonal

Designation

Seasonal Designation 04/01-01/01 0 1

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Designation

Seasonal Designation 04/01-01/01 4.6 5

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Seasonal Designation 04/01-10/31 0 0.5

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Seasonal Designation 04/01-10/31 0 0.2

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Seasonal Designation04/01-04/30, 10/01-12/31 0 0.7

Seasonal and Special Vehicle DesignationsLegend

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130

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123

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83°4'35"W

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310000

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Roads Open to Highway Legal Vehicles Only

Seasonal Designation (See Table) {Used along with road or trail listed above}

Interstate

Other Public Roads

Forest or Unit Boundary

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Lakes and RiversHighways, US, State, County

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±FS Campground"9

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3

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4

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9

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Chattooga

River

722

722

769

723

722

795

83°18'45"W

83°18'45"W

34°54'10"N

34°54'10"N

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3860000 3860000


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4

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28

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784

764

83°11'40"W

83°11'40"W

34°54'10"N

34°54'10"N

300000

300000

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83°4'35"W

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21

4

7

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728

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83°4'35"W

83°4'35"W

34°47'5"N

34°47'5"N

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