Installation of high-speed/capacity fiber optic backbone to interconnect Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) devices within the existing Interstate 40 right-of-way. Includes trenching, conduit and pull box installation, and vegetation trimming.
Location
Located within the Interstate 40 ROW, on the eastbound side. FRom the Country Club Drive Interchange east to the Forest boundary and continuing to the New Mexico state boundary.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/08/2025
2
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Interstate 40 Broadband Flagstaff to New Mexico | Decision Signed Date: 05/07/2025 |
| Forests | Coconino National Forest |
| Districts | Flagstaff Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |