Installation of 20 ft security tower with camera(s) outside of gate along Forest Road 184 Montosa Canyon. Solar panels will be mounted on tower along with cameras.
Location
Latitude 31. 674378, Longitude -110. 879795 along FR 184 Montosa Canyon
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/28/2025
2
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Observatory Permit Amendment - Smithsonian Institution Security Tower, Whipple Observatory | Decision Signed Date: 04/30/2025 |
| Forests | Coronado National Forest |
| Districts | Nogales Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T20S, R14E, Section 14 |