Decision Memo Completed

Ophir Fiber Optic Cable Line

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests San Miguel, Colorado Norwood Ranger District

An underground fiber optic line running along the south side of NFSR 630 (T42N,R4W, and Section 33).The area authorized would cover about 1.04 acres and would be no more than 30 feet from the center of the road and approximately 1,5200 feet in depth.

Location

Located at Township 42 North, Range 4 West, Section 33. on the southside of NFSR 630.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
10/20/2017
2
Decision
05/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Ophir Fiber Optic Cable LineDecision Signed Date: 05/30/2018
ForestsGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
DistrictsNorwood Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)