Ameren Illinois Merlot-Grand Tower Transmission Line Rebuild
Electrical Transmission Powerline Improvement - Soil Boring, Access Road Improvements, Pole Replacement, and Right-of-Way Widening
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Jackson County, Illinois (Raddle Quad) - Kinkaid T8S, R4W, Sections 17, 20, 28, and 29.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/13/2026 |
| Decision | 02/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 02/2026 (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:
Shawnee National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Land Management Planning; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Special Use Management; Facility Management
Project Activity:
Electric Transmission
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Shawnee National Forest
Districts:
Shawnee National Forest All Units
States:
Illinois
Counties:
Jackson
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Kyle Varel
50 Highway 145 South
Harrisburg, IL 62946
270-924-2031
kyle.varel@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/30/2026