NV Energy proposes replacement of three electrical transmission lines (101, 102, and 133) with modernized electrical design line, using existing alignment (right of way) to significantly improve reliability within the electric power grid.
Location
Truckee Ranger District of the Tahoe National Forest and the Carson District of the Humbolt Toiyabe National Forest.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
07/01/2024
2
Decision
04/2026 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2026 (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 | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest; Tahoe National Forest |
| Districts | Carson Ranger District; Truckee Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Beginning at T17N, R15E, S17 running northeast to T19N, R18E, S7. |