Decision Memo Completed

Kentucky Wired Fiber Optics Line

Daniel Boone National Forest Clay; Laurel; Leslie, Kentucky Redbird Ranger District

Kentucky Wired has applied to expand fiber optic lines for improved bandwidth across Kentucky. Lines would be primarily overhead using existing poles within rights-of-way. Some underground installation is needed, using ditch-digging equipment.

Location

Fiber optic line would be added to existing lines within existing rights-of-way across the Daniel Boone National Forest.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
09/04/2017
2
Decision
09/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2017 (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
Kentucky Wired Fiber Optics LineDecision Signed Date: 09/21/2017
ForestsDaniel Boone National Forest
DistrictsLondon Ranger District; Redbird Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management