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Important tracts preserved by SAHC
Two tracts of land with headwater streams have been placed in conservation easements with the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy.
The Icy Cliff Knob easement is for 265 acres in the Little Sandy Mush Community of Madison County. It protects forestland with biological diversity and the headwaters of Morrow Branch, which flows into Sandy Mush Creek, a major tributary of the French Broad River.
The Early View easement is for 108 acres near Worley’s Cove in Big Sandy Mush. It protects headwater tributaries of Sandy Mush Creek, as well as scenic views and 39 acres of agricultural land.
For information, contact SAHC at 828.253.0095.
