Fiber optic cable would replace approximately 12 miles (6.6 miles on NFS lands) of copper line from Burgdorf to Secesh Meadows in a designated utility corridor and road right of way.
Location
Beginning at Burgdorf Hot Springs Area proceeding south and east along NFSR 246, the east and south along NF 21 to the Secesh Area.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/29/2021
2
Decision
06/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2021 (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 |
| Midvale Telephone Fiber Optic Line | Decision Signed Date: 06/30/2021 |
| Forests | Payette National Forest |
| Districts | McCall Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T22N, R4E, sections 1 and 12; T22N, R5E, sections 7-11, 14, and 23 |