Decision Memo Completed

Central Electric Cooperative (CEC) Powerline Right-of-Way Maintenance Project

Deschutes National Forest Jefferson, Oregon Deschutes National Forest All Units

CEC would remove up to 500 trees that impede safe and efficient management of a 20 foot wide electrical ROW; replace 131 utility poles; and allow mowing of brush to provide long-term maintenance of the ROW. Felled trees may be sold as forest products

Location

The project is located in the area of Camp Sherman, Oregon.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/17/2020
2
Decision
03/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2020 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityElectric Transmission; Special Use Authorizations; Special Products Sales
Central Electric Cooperative (CEC) Powerline Right-of-Way Maintenance ProjectDecision Signed Date: 03/27/2020
ForestsDeschutes National Forest
DistrictsSisters Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management