Chatham Forest ~ 56 acres, Wilkes County
Lucy Chatham and Louise Neaves. Bargain Sale of Land.
Situated along the steep
slopes of the Blue Ridge Escarpment and viewable from US 21, PLC acquired this
property in 1999. The potential for this property to be sold and its forest
harvested posed a threat to headwater tributaries of the Mitchell River
Watershed. By acquiring this property with contributions provided by area
residents, PLC has ensured that the future use of this property will not pose a
threat to either the water quality of the Mitchell River or the scenic view from
US 21.
Project funding provided by PLC.