PNM is requesting authorization to relocate electronic equipment and replace a pole near the Ellis Trailhead (Hwy 536), and to drive overland to replace a pole and use an off-highway vehicle on power line trail to repair a pole crossarm.
Location
In proximity of Ellis Trailhead, Sandia Mountains (East Side); also south of Tijeras, east of NM-337 in the vicinity of FR462 and Chamisoso & Coyote Chamisoso Link trails
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/09/2025
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 |
| 2025 Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) Quarterly Maintenance Part 1 | Decision Signed Date: 09/12/2025 |
| Forests | Cibola National Forest |
| Districts | Sandia Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T11N, R5E, Sec 6; T11N, R4E, Sec 11; T10N., R5E., Sections 26 & 35 |