Alaska Department of Natural Resources 224291

Notice of Issued Decision: ADL 422657 for Public Utility Easement in Tok

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Northern Regional Land Office, is the government buyer managing this award. The award is an easement granted to Alaska Power & Telephone Company (AP&T), represented by Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC), for a public utility easement approximately 210 feet long by 60 feet wide (0.2 acres) on state-owned lands near Tok, Alaska. The easement allows installation and maintenance of a power and communication line to provide services to the communities of Tok and Tanacross. The utility line will connect to TCC's solar array on adjacent Tanacross Inc. land and to utility lines permitted within the Tok Cutoff Highway right-of-way. AP&T will own, operate, maintain, and be responsible for removal of the utility line if necessary. The easement area is located within Lot 1 of Section 36, Township 18 North, Range 12 East, Copper River Meridian, near the former Tok Airport and the intersection of Tok Cutoff Highway and Tetlin Trail. The easement is for an indefinite term until abandonment or no longer needed. Unique contract requirements include a performance guaranty of $1,000 to ensure compliance and completion of entry authorization requirements, submission of proof of insurance naming the State of Alaska as additional insured, and a survey requirement with a Professional Land Surveyor registered in Alaska. Fees include an annual interim land use fee of $240 for up to two acres and a one-time fee of $0.56 per linear foot based on the as-built survey. The applicant must also provide evidence of authorization from the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) for crossing the Tok Cutoff Highway right-of-way. Environmental considerations include minimal contamination risk and no impact on wildlife habitats as confirmed by Alaska Department of Fish & Game. The easement supports public utility infrastructure expansion and economic development in the region. The award includes an entry authorization for up to five years to allow construction, surveying, and operation prior to final easement issuance. The easement is located in the Municipality of Tok, Alaska, within the jurisdiction of the State of Alaska.

Description

The Northern Regional Office has authorized issuance of a public utility easement 60-feet wide by approximately 210-feet long for the construction of a power and communication line on state land near Tok, Alaska. The easement is for Alaska Power & Telephone Company to provide power and telecommunication services to communities in Tok and Tanacross. The easement is located at the northern end of the former Tok Airport, northeast of milepost 122 of the Tok Cutoff, and directly southeast of its intersection with the Tetlin Trail. The easement is issued under AS 38.05.850 with an indefinite term until abandoned or no longer needed. The applicant must comply with conditions including payment of fees, insurance, performance guaranty, and survey requirements.

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