Holy Cross Energy (HCE) Broad Band Fiber Optic Cable Installation and Communication Lease

Location Summary:
The fiber would be attached to existing utility poles for Holy Cross Energy's electrical transmission line that crosses a portion NFS land 1,000ft N. of I-70 and 1 mile E. of Avon, CO.

Project Milestones:

Milestone	Date
Scoping Start	08/16/2023
Decision	05/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation	06/2024 (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:
East Zone/Holy Cross 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

Holy Cross Energy (HCE) Broad Band Fiber Optic Cable Installation and Communication Lease
Decision Signed Date: 05/17/2024

Forests:
White River National Forest

Districts:
East Zone/Holy Cross Ranger District

States:
Colorado

Counties:
Eagle

Legal Land Description:
White River NF, Eagle County, Sec. 7, T.5 S., R.81 W., 6th P.M.

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Marcus Dreux
24747 US Highway 24
Minturn, CO 81645
970-468-5400
marcus.dreux@usda.gov

• FS Environmental Management
• CEQ's Guide to NEPA