Decision Memo Completed

SCE Siphon Circuit Upgrade

Sierra National Forest Fresno, California High Sierra Ranger District

Underground 3 mile section of the Siphon 4kv circuit; remove tree attachments, old cable which is not accessible, and relocate adjacent to Hwy 168. Will upgrade to 12kv cable and equipment. Will eliminate costly repairs during the winter months.

Location

Adjacent to HWY 168 between Tamarack Subdivision and China Peak Resort.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/04/2018
2
Decision
10/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2021 (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
SCE Siphon Circuit UpgradeDecision Signed Date: 10/07/2020
ForestsSierra National Forest
DistrictsHigh Sierra Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management