Decision Memo Completed

OCEC Powerline - Baca Extension

Lincoln National Forest Lincoln, New Mexico Smokey Bear Ranger District

Installation of a power line to proved electricity to private land. This project will comprise approximately 2,417 feet of above ground powerline across Forest Service land and 8 associated power poles.

Location

The project area is located approximately 4.5 miles northeast of Lincoln, NM and approximately 2.0 miles northeast of the Baca Campground. The site can be accessed by forest road 57.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/24/2017
2
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2017 (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
OCEC Powerline - Baca ExtensionDecision Signed Date: 05/09/2017
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSmokey Bear Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.9S R.16E, Section 12.
Special use management