Decision Memo Completed

BPA Power Pole Replacement Phase II

Deschutes National Forest Deschutes, Oregon Deschutes National Forest All Units

The proposed maintenance project involves replacement of deteriorating wood poles and associated structural/electrical components. Existing wood poles will be mechanically removed from the ground. Replacement wood pole will be in-kind.

Location

BPA LaPine-Chillquin Transmission Line ROW, Crescent Ranger District; T. 25 S, R. 9 E Sections 29, 31, & 36; T. 26 S, R. 8 E Sections 1, 2, 11, 15, 21, & 32

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/02/2016
2
Decision
08/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2016 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
BPA Power Pole Replacement Phase IIDecision Signed Date: 08/09/2016
ForestsDeschutes National Forest
DistrictsCrescent Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management