Central New Mexico Electric Coop Capilla Transmission Line
Proposal to convert existing aerial transmission line to sub-surface. Includes removal of 33 power poles and installation of approximately 4,224 feet of sub-surface line along the existing right-of-way adjacent to CR B067.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Along the existing right-of-way near CR B067, Capilla Peak Road from the NFS boundary to Capilla Peak
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/28/2024 |
| Decision | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2025 (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:
Mountainair Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Electric Transmission; Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Cibola National Forest
Districts:
Mountainair Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Torrance
Legal Land Description:
T. 5N., R. 5E., Sections 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15; T. 6N., R. 5E., Section 34, NMPM
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Christian Larson
P.O. Box 69
Mountainair, NM 87036-0069
719-636-1602
Christian.Larson@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/30/2025