Decision Memo Completed

Pend Oreille Public Utility District: Installation of Utility Poles, powerlines and fiber optic cabl

Colville National Forest Pend Oreille, Washington Newport Ranger District

The P.O. PUD proposes to install 83 wooden utility poles along the LeClerc Creek Road. Purpose is to provide more reliable service and access to high speed broadband internet service. Some of the poles are outside PUD's existing permit area.

Location

On NFS lands along LeClerc Creek Road (County Road 9325)

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/15/2013
2
Comment Period
05/15/2013
3
Decision
07/2013 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
08/2013 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2); 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
LeClerc Road Utility Pole Installation ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/03/2013 Legal Notice Date: 07/03/2013
ForestsColville National Forest
DistrictsNewport Ranger District
Legal Land Descriptionvarious sections in Townships 35-37N., and Ranges 43-44E., W.M.
Special use management