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BMP ID: 853
Title: Application of raptor protection measures in new distribution lines.
Text: Terms and Conditions: Bald Eagle: New Distribution Lines and Facilities: "Raptor-safe structures (e.g., with increased conductor-conductor spacing) are to be used that address adequate spacing for each problematic species (i.e., minimum 60" for bald eagle would cover all species)."
Source Publication Name: Montana Final Statewide Oil and Gas EIS and Proposed Amendment of the Powder River and Billings RMPs
Citation Section: Biological and Conference Opinions
Citation Page: 37
Supplemental Documents:  
Usage Type: Required
Timing: • Production / Operation / Maintenance
Oil / Gas Field:  
Surface Ownership: • Federal
Mineral Ownership: • Federal
Primary Contact: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Montana Field Office
585 Shepard Way
Helena, Montana  59601  United States
Phone:(406) 449-5225     Alt. Phone:
Fax:     E-mail:MontanaFieldOffice@fws.gov
Alternate Contact:  
 
Categories: Wildlife
Location: Montana
Species:
• Raptor
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Date Entered: 2009-02-04 13:30 UTC
Last Updated: 2009-08-11 14:53 UTC