Tolowa FFA Broadband Project
Summary
SCH Number
2024101211
Public Agency
California Public Utilities Commission
(CPUC)
Document Title
Tolowa FFA Broadband Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
10/29/2024
Document Description
The Tolowa Dee-Ni Nation plans to install new underground fiber and aerial fiber on existing utility poles within existing rights-of-way. The Tolowa FFA Broadband project would involve the installation of approximately ten miles of fiber along U.S. Highway 101 from the Oregon Border, south to the Smith River bridge crossing (Dr. Fine Bridge) in Del Norte County.
Contact Information
Name
Andrew Chan
Agency Name
California Public Utilities Commission
Job Title
Analyst
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Counties
Del Norte
Regions
Unincorporated
State Highways
101
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301(b); 15302(c)
Reasons for Exemption
Under Resolution T-17846 the CPUC determined the project would qualify for a CEQA Categorical Exemption. The project would be constructed on existing poles and in developed areas on previously disturbed public rights-of-way on existing roadways. Following construction, construction sites will be restored to their original condition.