Decision Memo Completed

Lava Lands Fiber Optic Internet Installation

Deschutes National Forest Deschutes, Oregon Bend/Fort Rock Ranger District

The Forest Service proposes to install fiber optic internet service to Lava Lands Visitor Center by connecting to the Zayo/ MMI line proposed for installation along Hwy 97 south of Bend,OR. Installation would require trenching or boring.

Location

Lava Lands Visitor Center is located south of Bend, OR.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/07/2022
2
Decision
02/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2023 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction
Lava Lands Fiber InstallationDecision Signed Date: 02/22/2023
ForestsDeschutes National Forest
DistrictsBend/Fort Rock Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation managementFacility management