Installation of fiber optic line in existing right-of-way (2.13 acres) and new proposed right-of-way (4.19 acres). Methods will include direct burial, with common plowing, trenching and boring construction techniques.
Location
Southeast of Ekalaka, MT in T. 1 N., R. 59 E., Sec. 19 and 20; and T. 2 S., R. 61 E., Sec. 4, 9, and 10.%u200B
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/2023 (Estimated)
2
Decision
04/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2023 (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 |
| Forests | Custer Gallatin National Forest |
| Districts | Sioux Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |