Decision Memo Completed

Arcadian Fiber Optic Line, Ash Fork to Flagstaff

Kaibab National Forest Coconino; Yavapai, Arizona Williams Ranger District

Authorize installation of an underground fiber optic line between Ash Fork and Flagstaff, AZ. The line would be within existing forest roads and the Transwestern Pipeline corridors including approximately 32.3 miles on Forest Service land.

Location

Along Forest Roads 246U and 160 (Transwestern Pipeline Easement Road), within the Transwestern Pipeline corridor.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/14/2022
2
Decision
03/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2024 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Arcadian Fiber Optic Line, Ash Fork to FlagstaffDecision Signed Date: 03/06/2024
ForestsKaibab National Forest
DistrictsWilliams Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management