Categorical Exclusion Completed

2026 Oakmulgee Alabama Power Underground Distribution Line

National Forests in Alabama Bibb; Perry, Alabama Oakmulgee Ranger District

Alabama Power Company (APC) has requested a permit to construct, operate, and maintain 3.9 miles (4.74 acres) of underground 7.2kv electrical distribution line via directional boring.

Location

This project is South of Mertz and follows NFSR 728, NFSR 732, Bibb County Line Road and Perry County Road 23.

Project timeline

1
NEPA Start Date
2/24/2026
2
Finding/Decision Date
8/20/2026

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical ExclusionUSDA-28d-USFS; USDA-43d-USFS
Decision Signed Date8/20/2026
Special use management