Decision Memo Completed

Covington Electric Coop SUP Amendment for Broadband Internet

National Forests in Alabama Covington, Alabama Conecuh Ranger District

Covington Electric Coop has requested to amend a special use permit to install broadband internet line. The line will be buried underground and on the existing power poles, all within the current powerline right-of-way.

Location

Section 33, Township 2 North, Range 15 East Covington County Alabama, Crossing the Open Pond Campground and NF Land adjoining the Open Pond Workcenter

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/27/2021
2
Comment Period
03/03/2022
3
Decision
04/2022 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
04/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Covington Electric Coop SUP Amendment for Broadband InternetDecision Signed Date: 04/14/2022
ForestsNational Forests in Alabama
DistrictsConecuh Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management