The Forest Service proposes to allow PVREA to adjust and replace several existing powerline poles and conductors so Lumen can attach fiber optic. This allows Lumen to provide broadband to the Forest Service work center in Red Feather
Location
Near Forest Service work center in Red Feather Lakes, CO. Just east of Dowdy Lakes RD
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/03/2025
2
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| PVREA Powerline Pole Adjustment | Decision Signed Date: 06/27/2025 |
| Forests | Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests |
| Districts | Canyon Lakes Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 10N, Range 73W, Section 27 & 34, along Dowdy Lake Road just north of County Road 74E |