Verizon Wireless has submitted an application to construct and maintain a communications tower near Portage Lake in Alaska. The site will include a 50x50 fenced area, a 30 KW generator, a tower up to 80ft, and electronics equipment cabinets.
Location
The communications site is located Near Portage Lake on the Glacier Ranger District CNF,Bourough of Alaska at appx. 60 47' 05594" N, -148 50'54.2394" W.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
08/04/2022
2
Decision
03/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Portage Lake Communications Site | Decision Signed Date: 03/08/2024 |
| Forests | Chugach National Forest |
| Districts | Glacier Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T8N, R3E, Sec. 13, Seward Meridian |