Decision Memo In Progress

Newport Switch and Underground Powerline Projects

National Forests in North Carolina Craven, North Carolina Croatan Ranger District

To approve an amendment to the Duke Energy Progress existing special use authorization. This amendment will allow DEP to place underground powerlines southeast of Havelock underneath Highway 70 and to install a new switch and associated structures.

Location

Havelock, NC

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/04/2025
2
Decision
11/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
12/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNational Forests In North Carolina
DistrictsCroatan Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management