Proposal to convert existing aerial transmission line to sub-surface. Includes removal of 33 power poles and installation of approximately 4,224 feet of sub-surface line along the existing right-of-way adjacent to CR B067.
Location
Along the existing right-of-way near CR B067, Capilla Peak Road from the NFS boundary to Capilla Peak
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
08/28/2024
2
Decision
09/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2025 (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 | Electric Transmission; Special Use Authorizations |
| Central New Mexico Electric Coop Capilla Transmission Line | Decision Signed Date: 09/19/2025 |
| Forests | Cibola National Forest |
| Districts | Mountainair Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T. 5N., R. 5E., Sections 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15; T. 6N., R. 5E., Section 34, NMPM |