Decision Memo Completed

Special Uses LDV711 Amendment #2, Permit Amendment for Utility Connection

Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands Lake, Colorado Leadville Ranger District

Review request from Sangre De Cristo Electric Association to incorporate an individual service connection installation that consists of two 40' pole replacements and installation of 215' of overoverhead utility line in a 20' Right-of-Way

Location

Along Independence Pass approximately 1 mile west of Twin Lakes

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/14/2025
2
Decision
12/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2026 (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 ActivityElectric Transmission; Special Use Authorizations
Special Uses LDV711 Amendment #2, Permit Amendment for Utility ConnectionDecision Signed Date: 12/15/2025
ForestsPike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
DistrictsLeadville Ranger District
Legal Land Description6th P. M., T. 11 S., R. 81 W., sec. 28, NE1/4 SW1/4
Special use management