Missoula Electric Cooperative proposed special use permit to bury existing overhead power lines in Quartz Campground to reduce power outages, reduce fire hazard, reduce disturbance in powerline right of way, and improve aesthetics.
Location
Quartz Campground Tarkio West
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/01/2023
2
Decision
08/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2023 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Missoula Electric Cooperative Quartz Campground Overhead Line Burial | Decision Signed Date: 08/22/2023 |
| Forests | Lolo National Forest |
| Districts | Superior Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T15N, R25W, Section 9 |