Placement of buried (2) 1.50-inch duct containing 288ct fiber optic cable via plow and directional bore at a depth of 36 inches and a crossing at a depth of 48 inches with handhole placements.
Location
Project is located along Highway 78 T16S R9E Sec 12 and T16S R10E Sec 7.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
01/28/2025
2
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| 2024 Highway 78 Fiber Project Special Use | Decision Signed Date: 05/29/2025 |
| Forests | National Forests in Alabama |
| Districts | Shoal Creek Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |