Decision Memo Completed

Belfield Fiber Optic Phase 3

Dakota Prairie Grasslands Billings; Slope; Stark, North Dakota Medora Ranger District

Consolidated Enterprises, Inc. is requesting a SUP amendment to include 31 miles of fiber optic line to provide high-speed internet to rural residents and businesses in Southwestern ND.

Location

Phase 3 consists of 30.9 miles located in several townships of Billings County, North Dak

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
02/14/2024
2
Decision
05/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Belfield Fiber Optic Phase 3Decision Signed Date: 05/17/2024
ForestsDakota Prairie Grasslands
DistrictsMedora Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management