PowerSouth Transmission Line SUP
PowerSouth has applied for a special use permit to install an overhead 115v power transmission line from their substation. The proposal is to widen the road right-of-way by 37 feet on the north side of Highway 186. Approximately 2.7 miles (12 acres).
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Highway 80 east of the Tuskegee Ranger District along Highway 186 to the new industrial park adjacent to Interstate 85 (I-85).
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
| Comment Period | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 12/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
National Forests in Alabama All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
On Hold
Forests:
National Forests in Alabama
Districts:
Tuskegee Ranger District
States:
Alabama
Counties:
Macon
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Randall Barefoot
2946 Chestnut St.
Montgomery, AL 36107-3010
334-241-8160
randall.barefoot@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/6/2025