Decision Memo Completed

Eagle Nest Electric Power line Installation

Kisatchie National Forest Rapides, Louisiana Calcasieu Ranger District

Run approximately 880 feet of new electric power line from existing power line by burying line 2 feet deep for the purpose of powering live video cameras and a DVT unit so that the public can watch a live eagle nest.

Location

US Forest Service - Kincaid Reservoir Recreation Area southwest of beach area.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/19/2014
2
Decision
12/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2015 (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 ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.
Eagle Nest Electric Power Line Installation ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/05/2014
ForestsKisatchie National Forest
DistrictsCalcasieu Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plants