Grey Bear and Springdale Bridge fishing access sites fiber optic easement request by Triangle Telephone Cooperative Association, Inc. Decision Notice
May 15, 2024 9:21 AM
Triangle Telephone Cooperative Association, Inc. (TTCA) proposed to replace existing telecommunications facilities with fiber optic cables in rural Sweet Grass and Park counties. The proposed project will go through Grey Bear and Springdale Bridge fishing access sites along the Yellowstone River and will encumber approximately 0.88 acres across the two sites. The current copper facilities in the area are reaching capacity to serve the area due to growth and aging facilities. These improvements will provide state-of-the-art telecommunications capacity, as well as future growth capabilities. The project is expected to provide improved telecommunications capacity for state and local residents.
Based on the environmental review provided in the Draft EA, and in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies, FWP determined the proposed action (Alternative 2), will not have significant adverse impacts on the human environment associated with the proposed action and constitutes a reasonable and appropriate strategy to achieve identified objectives. Therefore, preparation of an EIS is unnecessary.
FWP hereby adopts the Draft EA as final and approves Alternative 2, the proposed action.