Qwest Communications is proposing the installation of approximately 58 miles of fiber optic line within existing utility corridors across the northern Black Hills. Both underground and aboveground line would be installed.
Location
Within existing utility corridors across the northern Black Hills.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/11/2019
2
Decision
03/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2020 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Facility Improvements/Construction |
| Qwest Rural Fiber Optic Installation | Decision Signed Date: 03/18/2020 |
| Forests | Black Hills National Forest |
| Districts | Northern Hills Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |