APS 69kV Line Special Use Authorization Renewal and Infrastructure Upgrade
APS has requested to upgrade infrastructure for two 69kV lines on the Lakeside District and increase the existing easement used for maintenance from 40-ft wide to 60-ft wide. The 69kV line special use permit is also proposed to be reissued.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Various locations near the communities of Show Low and Pinetop-Lakeside
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 05/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Lakeside Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management; Facility Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations; Facility Maintenance
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Forests:
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests
Districts:
Lakeside Ranger District
States:
Arizona
Counties:
Navajo
Legal Land Description:
See Map in Pinyon Public folder
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Eric Campbell
2022 W White Mtn. Bl
Lakeside, AZ 85929
928-331-6371
eric.campbell@usda.gov
Last Updated: 9/23/2025