HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-05 King Arthurs Court Avalanche Path Amendment to the Avalanche Hazard MapRESOLUTION NO. 5, SERIES OF 2014
A RESOLUTION TO MODIFY THE OFFICIAL AVALANCHE HAZARD MAP TO
SHOW REVISIONS TO THE MODERATE (BLUE) AND SEVERE (RED) HAZARD
AREAS RELATED TO THE KING ARTHUR'S COURT (K.A.C.) AVALANCHE
PATH IN THE VICINITY OF 4730 MEADOW DRIVE
WHEREAS, the King Arthur's Court (K.A.C.) Avalanche Path is located in the
Town of Vail in the vicinity of 4730 Meadow Drive; and
WHEREAS, the K.A.C. Avalanche Path has been studied extensively
since 1975; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Arthur I. Mears, P.E. is a recognized avalanche consultant
with over 30 years of experience; and
WHEREAS, the investigation by Mr. Mears has determined that the existing
hazard delineations are not accurate; and
WHEREAS, the proposed new delineation of the moderate and severe
hazard areas is the result of the best available data and modeling techniques;
and
WHEREAS, this modification is in accordance with 12- 21 -13: Restrictions in
Geologically Sensitive Areas
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Town Council of the Town of
Vail, Colorado:
1) That the Official Avalanche Hazard Map shall be modified per Attachment A. in
accordance with the direction provided by Mr. Arthur I. Mears, P.E. in the January 19,
2014 report bearing his name and stamp.
INTRODUCED, READ, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 4th day of March 2014.
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