Proposal to authorize KCEC to construct new fiber-optic network on existing KCEC electrical system & within existing rights-of-way. Would include approx 166 mi existing aerial lines & 13 mi of existing buried lines.
Location
Existing powerline corridors across the Carson National Forest, excluding the Jicarilla Ranger District.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/14/2012
2
Comment Period
06/14/2012
3
Comment Period
06/14/2012
4
Decision
01/2013 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
02/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Fiber-optic Project | Decision Signed Date: 01/04/2013 Legal Notice Date: 01/10/2013 |
| Forests | Carson National Forest |
| Districts | Carson National Forest All Units |
| Legal Land Description | Maps will be displayed on Carson NF website: http://www.fs.usda.gov/carson |