Bureau of Reclamation Scott Mountain Communication Site Special Use Permit
The Decision Memo is now available for the Scott Mountain Communication Site Project. Forest Supervisor Seesholtz signed the Decision Memo on September 18, 2013. This project will amend the special use permit (SUP) for the BOR Scott Mountain Communication Site for proposed upgrades to the facilities including a new tower, microwave dishes, and solar array. In addition, the Scott Mountain Communication Site was designated for governmental uses only. This decision is subject to administrative appeal pursuant to 36 CFR Part 215. Individuals or organizations who submitted comments during 30-day Notice and Comment period specified at 215.6 may appeal this decision. Appeals, including attachments, must be filed within 45 days from the publication date of a notice in the Idaho Statesman, the newspaper of record, Boise, Idaho. The legal notice for the DN/FONSI was published on September 21, 2013.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
The BOR Scott Mountain Communication Site is located adjacent to the Scott Mountain Lookout Road (NFS Rd 555BC).
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/25/2013 |
| Comment Period | 05/25/2013 |
| Decision | 09/2013 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2014 (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:
Emmett Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
215
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Project Decision Information
Scott Mounta Communication Site Improvement
Decision Signed Date: 09/18/2013
Legal Notice Date: 09/21/2013
Forests:
Boise National Forest
Districts:
Emmett Ranger District
States:
Idaho
Counties:
Boise
Legal Land Description:
T10N, R06E, Section 28
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Melissa Yenko
1805 Highway 16, #5
Emmett, ID 83617
208-373-4245
myenko@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 9/30/2013