CX-007159: Categorical Exclusion Determination

Parker-Gila Structure MaintenanceCX(s) Applied: B1.3Date: 10/07/2010Location(s): La Paz and Yuma Counties, ArizonaOffice(s): Western Area Power Administration-Desert Southwest Region

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October 7, 2010
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Parker-Gila Structure Maintenance
CX(s) Applied: B1.3
Date: 10/07/2010
Location(s): La Paz and Yuma Counties, Arizona
Office(s): Western Area Power Administration-Desert Southwest Region

Western proposes to conduct maintenance on structures 59/3 & 91/3 of the existing Parker-Gila 161-kilovolt transmission line. This work will consist of replacing bad crossarms. Western will access structures using crew trucks and pickup trucks along existing access roads. This work is necessary to maintain the safety and reliability of the bulk electrical system.