Decision Memo Completed

Jennings Creek Fiber Optic Installation Project

George Washington and Jefferson National Forests Botetourt, Virginia Glenwood and Pedlar Ranger Districts

A special use permit to allow for the installation of fiber optic telecommunications line across approximately 3.75 miles of Forest Service lands on the Jefferson National Forest in Botetourt County, Virginia.

Location

Botetourt County, VA

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/24/2022
2
Decision
05/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2022 (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
Jennings Creek Fiber Optic Installation ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/05/2022
ForestsGeorge Washington and Jefferson National Forest
DistrictsGlenwood and Pedlar Ranger Districts
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management