Special Uses - La Plata Electric Association Bayfield to Ponderosa Power Line Rebuild
La Plata Electric Association LPEA is proposing to rebuild the 34 mile long Bayfield to Pagosa 69 kV transmission line between Bayfield and Pagosa Springs and upgrade the line capacity to 115 kV.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Along Highway 160
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/19/2024 |
| Decision | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
Ntia_C(8)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Pagosa Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
San Juan National Forest
Districts:
Pagosa Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Archuleta; La Plata
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Julia Adams
180 Pagosa Street, PO Box 310
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
000-000-0000
Julia.Adams@usda.gov
Last Updated: 3/27/2025