Decision Memo Completed

Elliott Knob Tower

George Washington and Jefferson National Forests Augusta, Virginia North River Ranger District

Applicant proposes to construct a new self supported steel 100-foot broadcast tower with UHF antenna and 7GHz microwave dish located at the Elliott Knob Communications Site. Project is located 13 miles west of Staunton.

Location

This project is located on the North River Ranger District 13 miles west of Staunton, VA in Augusta County, VA. The tower is proposed to be located on the existing Elliott Knob Communication site.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/01/2018
2
Decision
08/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2018 (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
Elliott Knob TowerDecision Signed Date: 08/31/2018
ForestsGeorge Washington and Jefferson National Forest
DistrictsNorth River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management