U.S. Forest Service is considering allowing Otero County Electric Co-Op to replace a section of powerline that follows Forest Road 117 up to Monjeau Lookout. Electric lines, poles, and other equipment in the corridor would be replaced.
Location
Approximately 3 miles northwest of Ruidoso, New Mexico along Forest Road 117.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/20/2023
2
Decision
10/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
12/2023 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Otero County Electric Co-Op Powerline Replacement Along Forest Road 117 | Decision Signed Date: 10/30/2023 |
| Forests | Lincoln National Forest |
| Districts | Smokey Bear Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Sections 19, 20, 29, and 32 of T. 10 S., R. 13 E.; Section 24 of T. 10 S., R. 12 E. |