State of Colorado Private Mobile Radio Communication Site
Amend State of Colorado's existing special use authorization. Their proposal is to remove/decommission the existing 50-foot guyed tower and 25-foot self-supported tower and replace them with a 40-foot self-supported tower.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Top of Monarch Pass at existing communications site east of Highway 50
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 07/10/2023 |
| Decision | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2025 (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:
Salida 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
State of Colorado Private Mobile Radio Communication Site
Decision Signed Date: 07/01/2025
Forests:
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
Districts:
Salida Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Chaffee; Gunnison
Legal Land Description:
T. 49 N., R. 6 E., sec. 20, New Mexico P. M., Colorado,
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Kevin Held
5575 Cleora Rd.
Salida, CO 81201
719-458-7751
Kevin.Held@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/5/2025