Decision Memo Completed

SLVREC/Ciello Reauthorization

Rio Grande National Forest Conejos; Hinsdale; Mineral; Rio Grande; Saguache, Colorado Divide Ranger District

SLVREC/Ciello powerlines, fiber optic line and access roads have been permitted under multiple authorizations that have all expired. The proposed action is to reauthorize under a 'master authorization' for a new term.

Location

The SLVREC/Ciello infrastructure spans multiple counties. Generally, concerning NFS lands the improvements are bounded by the continental divide on the west and Del Norte, Colorado on the east.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/07/2020
2
Decision
06/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2020 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
SLVREC/Ciello ReauthorizationDecision Signed Date: 06/03/2020
ForestsRio Grande National Forest
DistrictsDivide Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management