UES plans to replace 24 structures on the distribution line with heavy-duty wood poles. New structures will be 40 feet tall, buried 6 feet below the surface for a total height of 34 feet above ground level, and are approximately 1.5 feet in diameter.
Location
The Distribution line is located west of Rio Rico and primarily follows the Ruby-Nogales Road (SR-289) alignment.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/01/2022
2
Decision
06/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2022 (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 |
| Pena Blanca Pole Replacement | Decision Signed Date: 06/03/2022 |
| Forests | Coronado National Forest |
| Districts | Nogales Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Sections 16, 21, 28, 29, 30, 31 of Township 23 South, Range 13 East and Sections 36, 25, and 26 of Township 23 South, Range 12 East |