OSCO Tunk Communications Tower
The current communications tower operated by the Okanogan Sheriffs Office and NCI data.com is currently loaded at 97% of capacity. An additional tower is required to enhance operations during emergency operations to improve public safety.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project is located at the Tunk Mountain Communications Site on the first lot at the north end of the site that is presently occupied by NCI data.com and the Okanogan County Sheriffs Office.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/31/2016 |
| Decision | 07/2016 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2016 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Tonasket Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Okanogan County Sheriff's Office (OSCO) Tunk Communications Tower
Decision Signed Date: 07/28/2016
Forests:
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Districts:
Tonasket Ranger District
States:
Washington
Counties:
Okanogan
Legal Land Description:
Township 35 North, Range 29 East, Section 7
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Elizabeth Peterson
1 West Winesap
Tonasket, WA 98855
509-826-3773
ejpeterson@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 7/28/2016