Decision Memo Completed

Merit Network - Moran Schools and Worth Rd Laterals SUP Amendment

Hiawatha National Forest Mackinac, Michigan St. Ignace Ranger District

Merit Network, Inc. proposes to install two additional lateral fiber optical lines to an existing line under a Special Use Permit, which will provide broadband technology to additional businesses and schools via Cheeseman Rd and Worth Rd.

Location

One fiber optic line will be constructed along Cheeseman Rd and short distance along US-2, other line along Worth Rd. Both in Mackinac County

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/22/2013
2
Comment Period
04/22/2013
3
Decision
05/2013 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
06/2013 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Merit Network, Inc. Fiber Optic Cable Moran Schools and Worth Road LateralsDecision Signed Date: 05/24/2013 Legal Notice Date: 05/29/2013
ForestsHiawatha National Forest
DistrictsSt. Ignace Ranger District
Special use management