Decision Memo Completed

Central New Mexico Electric Coop - Sanchez

Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands Torrance, New Mexico Cibola National Forest All Units

Extend existing aerial electric distribution line through NFS lands to a private residential inholding.

Location

From existing transmission pole located in Section 12 of T.4N., R.5E, going SW 432-feet and entering Section 13 of T.4N., R.5E., and continuing southwest 465-feet to the Forest boundary.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/06/2024
2
Decision
09/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2025 (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
Central New Mexico Electric Coop - SanchezDecision Signed Date: 09/26/2025
ForestsCibola National Forest
DistrictsMountainair Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.4N., R.5E., Sections 12 & 13
Special use management