FIRST PHASE OF CONSTRUCTION AT WINDY DEVIL COMMUNICATIONS SITE SCHEDULED
Contact Information: Amy Baumer SM.FS.scnfinfo@usda.gov
Starting June 9, 2025; General Contractor, Innovative Electrical Solutions (IES), will begin the first phase of construction on the new Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) communications facility at the Windy Devil communications site on the Salmon-Challis National Forest, near Mackay, Idaho. Forest visitors may expect delays or road access limitations during this time period.
During this first construction phase, IES plans to improve the access road to the site, construct the communications facility building and tower. Lost River Electric Cooperative, Inc. will install the power from the existing communications site to the BPA facility. Related systems may be installed as time allows. Construction is expected to end for the season in October.
The Salmon-Challis National Forest thanks BPA and IES for the outstanding communication and coordination with the agency and the local contractors.
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