South Dakota Network, is installing a fiber optic network to provide high speed internet to underserved areas of the Black Hills. The network consists of towers connected by underground fiber optic. SDN has proposed installation on NFS lands.
Location
NFS land adjacent to Nemo, SD
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/14/2024
2
Decision
10/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2024 (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 |
| SDN Fiber Optic Installation - Revised Nemo Tower | Decision Signed Date: 10/30/2024 |
| Forests | Black Hills National Forest |
| Districts | Northern Hills Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |