Decision Memo Completed

Western New Mexico Telephone; Radar Brushy Communication Site

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

Proposal is to issue a SUP to WNMT for a 2nd communication site on Radar Brushy. Site proposal includes adding a generator & propane tank to an existing tower site & enclose area with a fence. Would be a backup system for 911 and FAA systems.

Location

Approximately 10 miles south of Mule Creek, NM

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/29/2024
2
Decision
10/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Western New Mexico Telephone; Radar Brushy Communication SiteDecision Signed Date: 10/17/2024
ForestsGila National Forest
DistrictsGlenwood Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT15S R21W Section 24
Special use management