Replacement of aging existing transmission line and poles to allow for safer and more reliable electrical service. The static wire on the transmission line would be replaced with optical ground wire, allowing for fiber optic communication uses.
Location
Transmission line that runs south of I40 from the Coconino substation, south of the Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, to the Padre substation, near Twin Arrows Casino
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
07/2025 (Estimated)
2
Decision
10/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2025 (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 |
| Forests | Coconino National Forest |
| Districts | Flagstaff Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |