Jefferson Solar Powerline Project
Jefferson Solar, LLC has proposed a 170 foot wide right-of-way to house two parallel 230 kV transmission lines, approximately 4,700 foot in length, across Crooked River National Grassland for interconnection of a solar facility to the power grid.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Between Madras and Terrebonne, just south of Juniper Butte and approximately 1 mile west of Hwy 97.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/08/2023 |
| Decision | 07/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2024 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special Authority:
Forest Service Energy Implementation Plan
Lead Management Unit:
Crooked River Natl Grassland
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Electric Transmission; Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Special Use Permit for Jefferson Solar Powerline
Decision Signed Date: 07/30/2024
Forests:
Ochoco National Forest
Districts:
Crooked River Natl Grassland
States:
Oregon
Counties:
Jefferson
Legal Land Description:
T13S, R12E, Section 12 & T13S, R13E, Section 7
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Heather Jackson
813 S.W. Hwy. 97
Madras, OR 97741
541-416-6632
heather.jackson@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/31/2024