Decision Memo On Hold

MEC Walker Mountain Tower Replacement

Deschutes National Forest Klamath, Oregon Crescent Ranger District

MEC is proposing to replace their existing communications tower and expand their control building at Walker Mountain Communication Site. Proposal includes moving the tower's location to improve line-of-sight with nearby microwave devices.

Location

Project activities will occur within the designated Walker Mountain Communication Site on Walker Mountain in Klamath County, OR. Project area is about 10 miles south of the town of Crescent.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/04/2024
2
Decision
09/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2024 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3); 32.2 (21), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(21)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsDeschutes National Forest
DistrictsCrescent Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 26S, Range 8E, Section 24, Willamette Meridian
Special use management