Decision Memo Completed

Ash Fork to Flagstaff Fiber Optic Cable Line

Coconino National Forest Coconino, Arizona Coconino National Forest All Units

Installation of a fiber optic cable trunk line that will improve access to broadband internet for surrounding communities.

Location

The proposed project is planned to be located along Forest Road 222B, then Highway 180, north of Flagstaff, AZ.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
10/31/2022
2
Decision
06/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2023 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2); 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Ash Fork to Flagstaff Fiber Optic Cable LineDecision Signed Date: 06/20/2023
ForestsCoconino National Forest
DistrictsFlagstaff Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management