Decision Memo Completed

Realignment of WNMTC Fiber Optic Telephone Cable along NMSH #12 at SU Canyon, west of Reserve, NM

Gila National Forest Catron, New Mexico Gila National Forest All Units

Due to a replacement construction project of the NMSH #12 bridge #3446 which crosses SU Canyon, the existing WNMTC fiber optic cable, which is currently located on the bridge needs to be moved out of the area of construction.

Location

An area just north of NMSH #12 at the SU Canyon Bridge #3446, west of Reserve, NM (Mile Marker #3)

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/08/2012
2
Comment Period
08/08/2012
3
Decision
10/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
01/2013 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
WNMTC SU Canyon Telephone Line Crossing Relocation Sp Use Permit AmendmentDecision Signed Date: 10/02/2012 Legal Notice Date: 10/04/2012
ForestsGila National Forest
DistrictsReserve Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSW1/4NW1/4 Section 9, T.17 S., R.19 W., NMPM, Catron County, New Mexico
Special use management