Decision Memo Completed

Idaho Power-Elkhorn Electronic Site Distribution Line

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Baker, Oregon Whitman Ranger District

issue a Special Use Permit for a term of 20 years that authorizes Idaho Power to occupy and use National Forest System lands for the purpose of operation and maintenance of a 7.2 kV electric distribution line and the necessary appurtenances thereto.

Location

Approximately 5 miles west of Unity, Oregon.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/28/2017
2
Decision
01/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Idaho Power-Elkhorn Electronic Site Distribution LineDecision Signed Date: 01/29/2018
ForestsWallowa-Whitman National Forest
DistrictsWhitman Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 13 S. R. 36 E. Sec 22, arriving at Elkhorn Communication Site at T. 16 S. R. 35 E. Sec 16.
Special use management