NM Gas Company Hwy 518 Pipeline
The FS has recieved a proposal to install a buried 4-inch diameter natural gas distribution pipeline adjacent to highway 518 from Talpa to Pot Creek and would require the Forest to issue a new Special Use Authorization for construction & maintenance
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The proposed pipeline would begin in Talpa at the junction highway 518 and Forest Road 437 and continue south on highway 518 to a point adjacent to the Southern Methodist University.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/13/2025 |
| Decision | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
Bia_L(1)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Camino Real Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations; Natural Gas
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Carson National Forest
Districts:
Camino Real Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Taos
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jessica Barela
P.O. Box 68
Penasco, NM 87553
575-758-6200
jessica.barela@usda.gov
Last Updated: 5/13/2025