Notice of Availability of the Finding of No Significant Impact for the I-15; 24th Street Interchange Project in Utah and Final Federal Agency Actions, 99324-99325 [2024-28986]

Download as PDF 99324 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 237 / Tuesday, December 10, 2024 / Notices information collection, including: (1) Whether the proposed collection is necessary for the FHWA’s performance; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burdens; (3) ways for the FHWA to enhance the quality, usefulness, and clarity of the collected information; and (4) ways that the burden could be minimized, including the use of electronic technology, without reducing the quality of the collected information. The agency will summarize and/or include your comments in the request for OMB’s clearance of this information collection. Authority: The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995; 44 U.S.C. chapter 35, as amended; and 49 CFR 1.48. Issued on December 5, 2024. Jazmyne Lewis, Information Collection Officer. [FR Doc. 2024–28947 Filed 12–9–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–22–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Highway Administration Notice of Availability of the Finding of No Significant Impact for the I–15; 24th Street Interchange Project in Utah and Final Federal Agency Actions Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Department of Transportation, Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). ACTION: Notice of availability and notice of limitations on claims for judicial review of actions by UDOT and other Federal agencies. AGENCY: The FHWA, on behalf of UDOT, is issuing this notice to announce the availability of the Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Interstate 15 (I–15); 24th Street Interchange, in Ogden City, Weber County, Utah. In addition, this notice is being issued to announce actions taken by UDOT that are final Federal agency actions related to the project referenced above. Those actions grant licenses, permits and/or approvals for the project. The FONSI provides details on the Selected Alternative for the proposed improvements. DATES: This decision became operative on November 26, 2024. By this notice, FHWA, on behalf of UDOT, is advising the public of final agency actions subject to 23 U.S.C. 139(l)(1). A claim seeking judicial review of the Federal agency actions on the highway project will be barred unless the claim is filed on or before May 9, 2025. If the Federal law that authorizes judicial review of a claim provides a time period of less khammond on DSK9W7S144PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:28 Dec 09, 2024 Jkt 265001 than 150 days for filing such claim, then that shorter time period still applies. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Brandon Weston, Environmental Program Manager, UDOT Environmental Services, PO Box 143600, Salt Lake City, UT 84114; (801)-965–4603; email: brandonweston@utah.gov. UDOT’s normal business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (mountain time zone), Monday through Friday, except State and Federal holidays. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this action are being, or have been, carried out by UDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) dated May 26, 2022, and executed by FHWA and UDOT. Actions taken by UDOT on FHWA’s behalf pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 constitute Federal agency actions for purposes of Federal law. Notice is hereby given that UDOT has taken final agency actions subject to 23 U.S.C. 139(l)(1) by issuing licenses, permits, and/or approvals for the I–15; 24th Street Interchange project in the State of Utah. The project proposes to modify the local roadway network and serve local travel by replacing the existing partial Interstate 15 (I–15)/24th Street interchange with a fully directional single point urban interchange (SPUI). The existing on- and off-ramps at 24th Street would be removed, but the existing I–15 underpass would be retained to provide local access. The intersection at Pennsylvania Avenue and New Midland Drive in Ogden City would be converted to a signalized intersection. The purpose of the project is to improve modal interrelationships between the local road network, the interstate, the railroad, sidewalks, and bike routes; and also improve level of service and reduce vehicle queues at intersections within the study area. These improvements were identified in the Environmental Assessment (EA) prepared for the project by UDOT as the Proposed Action. The project is identified in UDOT’s adopted 2023– 2028 State Transportation Improvement Program as project number 15683 with funding identified for right-of-way acquisition. The project is also included in the Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC) 2023–2050 Regional Transportation Plan approved in May 2024 (latest amendment August 2024) and the WFRC 2024–2029 Transportation Improvement Plan. The actions by UDOT, and the laws under which such actions were taken, are described in the EA approved on PO 00000 Frm 00113 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 March 12, 2024, and the FONSI (Finding of No Significant Impact for I– 15; 24 Street Interchange; in Weber County, Utah) Project No. S–I15– 8(158)343 approved on November 26, 2024, and other documents in the project records. The EA and FONSI are available for review by contacting UDOT at the address provided above. In addition, these documents can be viewed and downloaded from the project website at https:// udotinput.utah.gov/ 24thstreetinterchange. This notice applies to the EA, the FONSI, the Section 4(f) determination, the NHPA Section 106 review, the Endangered Species Act determination, the noise review and noise abatement determination, and all other UDOT and federal agency decisions and other actions with respect to the project as of the issuance date of this notice and all laws under which such actions were taken, including but not limited to the following laws (including their implementing regulations): 1. General: National Environmental Policy Act [42 U.S.C. 4321–4370m–12]; Federal-Aid Highway Act [23 U.S.C. 109 and 23 U.S.C. 128]; 23 U.S.C. 139. 2. Air: Clean Air Act [42 U.S.C. 7401– 7671(q)]. 3. Land: Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act of 1966 [23 U.S.C. 138 and 49 U.S.C. 303]; Landscaping and Scenic Enhancement (Wildflowers) [23 U.S.C. 319]. 4. Wildlife: Endangered Species Act [16 U.S.C. 1531–1544], Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act [16 U.S.C. 661–667d]; Migratory Bird Treaty Act [16 U.S.C. 703–712]; Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act [16 U.S.C. 668– 668d]. 5. Historic and Cultural Resources: National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended [54 U.S.C. 300101– 307108]; Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 [16 U.S.C. 470aa– 470mm]; Archeological and Historic Preservation Act [54 U.S.C. 312501– 312508]; Native American Grave Protection and Repatriation Act [25 U.S.C. 3001–3013]. 6. Social and Economic: Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 [42 U.S.C. 2000d–2000d–7]; American Indian Religious Freedom Act [42 U.S.C. 1996]; Farmland Protection Policy Act [7 U.S.C. 4201–4209]. 7. Wetlands and Water Resources: Clean Water Act [33 U.S.C. 1251–1389]; Coastal Zone Management Act [16 U.S.C. 1451–1465]; Land and Water Conservation Fund Act [54 U.S.C. 200301–200310]; Safe Drinking Water Act [42 U.S.C. 300(f)–300(j)(6)]; Rivers and Harbors Appropriation Act of 1899, E:\FR\FM\10DEN1.SGM 10DEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 237 / Tuesday, December 10, 2024 / Notices as amended [33 U.S.C. 401–418]; Emergency Wetlands Resources Act [16 U.S.C. 3921, 3931]; Flood Disaster Protection Act [42 U.S.C. 4001–4128]. 8. Hazardous Materials: Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act [42 U.S.C. 9601–9675]; Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 [42 U.S.C. 9671–9675]; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act [42 U.S.C. 6901–6992k]. 9. Noise: Noise Control Act of 1972 [42 U.S.C. 4901–4918]. 10. Executive Orders: E.O. 11990 Protection of Wetlands; E.O. 11988 Floodplain Management; E.O. 12898 Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations; E.O. 11593 Protection and Enhancement of Cultural Resources; E.O. 13287 Preserve America; E.O. 13175 Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments; E.O. 11514 Protection and Enhancement of Environmental Quality; E.O. 13112 Invasive Species; E.O. 13985 Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government; E.O. 13990 Protecting Public Health and the Environment and Restoring Science to Tackle the Climate Crisis; E.O. 14008 Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad. (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program Number 20.205, Highway Planning and Construction. The regulations implementing Executive Order 12372 regarding intergovernmental consultation on Federal programs and activities apply to this program.) Authority: 23 U.S.C. 139 (l)(1). Ivan Marrero, Division Administrator, Federal Highway Administration, Salt Lake City, Utah. [FR Doc. 2024–28986 Filed 12–9–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–RY–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Railroad Administration [Docket No. FRA–2024–0007] khammond on DSK9W7S144PROD with NOTICES Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Notice of information collection; request for comment. AGENCY: Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) and its SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:28 Dec 09, 2024 Jkt 265001 implementing regulations, this notice announces that FRA is forwarding the Information Collection Request (ICR) summarized below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment. The ICR describes the information collection and its expected burden. On October 4, 2024, FRA published a notice providing a 60day period for public comment on the ICR. FRA received no comments in response to the notice. DATES: Interested persons are invited to submit comments on or before January 9, 2025. ADDRESSES: Written comments and recommendations for the proposed ICR should be sent within 30 days of publication of this notice to www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. Find the particular ICR by selecting ‘‘Currently under Review—Open for Public Comments’’ or by using the search function. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Arlette Mussington, Information Collection Clearance Officer, at email: arlette.mussington@dot.gov or telephone: (571) 609–1285 or Ms. Joanne Swafford, Information Collection Clearance Officer, at email: joanne.swafford@dot.gov or telephone: (757) 897–9908. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The PRA, 44 U.S.C. 3501–3520, and its implementing regulations, 5 CFR part 1320, require Federal agencies to issue two notices seeking public comment on information collection activities before OMB may approve paperwork packages. See 44 U.S.C. 3506, 3507; 5 CFR 1320.8 through 1320.12. On October 4, 2024, FRA published a 60-day notice in the Federal Register soliciting public comment on the ICR for which it is now seeking OMB approval. See 89 FR 80983. FRA has received no comments related to the proposed collection of information. Before OMB decides whether to approve this proposed collection of information, it must provide 30 days’ notice for public comment. Federal law requires OMB to approve or disapprove paperwork packages between 30 and 60 days after the 30-day notice is published. 44 U.S.C. 3507(b)–(c); 5 CFR 1320.12(d); see also 60 FR 44978, 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. The 30-day notice informs the regulated community of its opportunity to file relevant comments and affords the agency adequate time to consider public comments before it renders a decision. 60 FR 44983, Aug. 29, 1995. Therefore, each respondent should submit their comments to OMB within 30 days of publication to best ensure having their full effect. PO 00000 Frm 00114 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 99325 Comments are invited on the following ICR regarding: (1) whether the information collection activities are necessary for FRA to properly execute its functions, including whether the information will have practical utility; (2) the accuracy of FRA’s estimates of the burden of the information collection activities, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used to determine the estimates; (3) ways for FRA to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information being collected; and (4) ways to minimize the burden of information collection activities on the public, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. The summary below describes the ICR that FRA will submit for OMB clearance as the PRA requires: Title: Grants Management Requirements for Federal Railroad Administration. Grant Awards and Cooperative Agreements. OMB Control Number: 2130–0615. Abstract: FRA solicits grant applications through a multitude of grant programs for projects including, but not limited to, preconstruction planning activities, safety improvements, congestion relief, improvement of grade crossings, rail line relocation, as well as projects that encourage development, expansion, and upgrades to passenger and freight rail infrastructure and services. FRA funds projects that meet FRA and governmentwide evaluation standards and align with the DOT Strategic Plan. FRA requires systematic and uniform collection and submission of information, as approved by OMB, to ensure accountability of Federal assistance provided by FRA. Through this information collection, FRA will measure Federal award recipients’ performance and results, including expenditures in support of agreed-upon activities and allowable costs outlined in the standard FRA Notice of Grant Award sent to the recipients. This information collection includes OMB-required reports and documentation, as well as additional forms and submissions to compile data relevant to addressing FRA’s important policy challenges, promoting costeffectiveness in FRA programs, and providing effective oversight of programmatic and financial performance. FRA issues and manages awards in compliance with 2 CFR part 200; Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards. In this 30-day notice, after a thorough review, FRA has adjusted the previously E:\FR\FM\10DEN1.SGM 10DEN1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 237 (Tuesday, December 10, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 99324-99325]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-28986]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Highway Administration


Notice of Availability of the Finding of No Significant Impact 
for the I-15; 24th Street Interchange Project in Utah and Final Federal 
Agency Actions

AGENCY: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Department of 
Transportation, Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT).

ACTION: Notice of availability and notice of limitations on claims for 
judicial review of actions by UDOT and other Federal agencies.

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SUMMARY: The FHWA, on behalf of UDOT, is issuing this notice to 
announce the availability of the Finding of No Significant Impact 
(FONSI) for the Interstate 15 (I-15); 24th Street Interchange, in Ogden 
City, Weber County, Utah. In addition, this notice is being issued to 
announce actions taken by UDOT that are final Federal agency actions 
related to the project referenced above. Those actions grant licenses, 
permits and/or approvals for the project. The FONSI provides details on 
the Selected Alternative for the proposed improvements.

DATES: This decision became operative on November 26, 2024. By this 
notice, FHWA, on behalf of UDOT, is advising the public of final agency 
actions subject to 23 U.S.C. 139(l)(1). A claim seeking judicial review 
of the Federal agency actions on the highway project will be barred 
unless the claim is filed on or before May 9, 2025. If the Federal law 
that authorizes judicial review of a claim provides a time period of 
less than 150 days for filing such claim, then that shorter time period 
still applies.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Brandon Weston, Environmental Program 
Manager, UDOT Environmental Services, PO Box 143600, Salt Lake City, UT 
84114; (801)-965-4603; email: [email protected]. UDOT's normal 
business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (mountain time zone), Monday 
through Friday, except State and Federal holidays.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The environmental review, consultation, and 
other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for 
this action are being, or have been, carried out by UDOT pursuant to 23 
U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) dated May 26, 2022, 
and executed by FHWA and UDOT. Actions taken by UDOT on FHWA's behalf 
pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 constitute Federal agency actions for 
purposes of Federal law. Notice is hereby given that UDOT has taken 
final agency actions subject to 23 U.S.C. 139(l)(1) by issuing 
licenses, permits, and/or approvals for the I-15; 24th Street 
Interchange project in the State of Utah.
    The project proposes to modify the local roadway network and serve 
local travel by replacing the existing partial Interstate 15 (I-15)/
24th Street interchange with a fully directional single point urban 
interchange (SPUI). The existing on- and off-ramps at 24th Street would 
be removed, but the existing I-15 underpass would be retained to 
provide local access. The intersection at Pennsylvania Avenue and New 
Midland Drive in Ogden City would be converted to a signalized 
intersection. The purpose of the project is to improve modal 
interrelationships between the local road network, the interstate, the 
railroad, sidewalks, and bike routes; and also improve level of service 
and reduce vehicle queues at intersections within the study area.
    These improvements were identified in the Environmental Assessment 
(EA) prepared for the project by UDOT as the Proposed Action. The 
project is identified in UDOT's adopted 2023-2028 State Transportation 
Improvement Program as project number 15683 with funding identified for 
right-of-way acquisition. The project is also included in the Wasatch 
Front Regional Council (WFRC) 2023-2050 Regional Transportation Plan 
approved in May 2024 (latest amendment August 2024) and the WFRC 2024-
2029 Transportation Improvement Plan.
    The actions by UDOT, and the laws under which such actions were 
taken, are described in the EA approved on March 12, 2024, and the 
FONSI (Finding of No Significant Impact for I-15; 24 Street 
Interchange; in Weber County, Utah) Project No. S-I15-8(158)343 
approved on November 26, 2024, and other documents in the project 
records. The EA and FONSI are available for review by contacting UDOT 
at the address provided above. In addition, these documents can be 
viewed and downloaded from the project website at https://udotinput.utah.gov/24thstreetinterchange. This notice applies to the 
EA, the FONSI, the Section 4(f) determination, the NHPA Section 106 
review, the Endangered Species Act determination, the noise review and 
noise abatement determination, and all other UDOT and federal agency 
decisions and other actions with respect to the project as of the 
issuance date of this notice and all laws under which such actions were 
taken, including but not limited to the following laws (including their 
implementing regulations):
    1. General: National Environmental Policy Act [42 U.S.C. 4321-
4370m-12]; Federal-Aid Highway Act [23 U.S.C. 109 and 23 U.S.C. 128]; 
23 U.S.C. 139.
    2. Air: Clean Air Act [42 U.S.C. 7401-7671(q)].
    3. Land: Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act of 
1966 [23 U.S.C. 138 and 49 U.S.C. 303]; Landscaping and Scenic 
Enhancement (Wildflowers) [23 U.S.C. 319].
    4. Wildlife: Endangered Species Act [16 U.S.C. 1531-1544], Fish and 
Wildlife Coordination Act [16 U.S.C. 661-667d]; Migratory Bird Treaty 
Act [16 U.S.C. 703-712]; Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act [16 
U.S.C. 668-668d].
    5. Historic and Cultural Resources: National Historic Preservation 
Act of 1966, as amended [54 U.S.C. 300101-307108]; Archaeological 
Resources Protection Act of 1979 [16 U.S.C. 470aa-470mm]; Archeological 
and Historic Preservation Act [54 U.S.C. 312501-312508]; Native 
American Grave Protection and Repatriation Act [25 U.S.C. 3001-3013].
    6. Social and Economic: Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 [42 
U.S.C. 2000d-2000d-7]; American Indian Religious Freedom Act [42 U.S.C. 
1996]; Farmland Protection Policy Act [7 U.S.C. 4201-4209].
    7. Wetlands and Water Resources: Clean Water Act [33 U.S.C. 1251-
1389]; Coastal Zone Management Act [16 U.S.C. 1451-1465]; Land and 
Water Conservation Fund Act [54 U.S.C. 200301-200310]; Safe Drinking 
Water Act [42 U.S.C. 300(f)-300(j)(6)]; Rivers and Harbors 
Appropriation Act of 1899,

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as amended [33 U.S.C. 401-418]; Emergency Wetlands Resources Act [16 
U.S.C. 3921, 3931]; Flood Disaster Protection Act [42 U.S.C. 4001-
4128].
    8. Hazardous Materials: Comprehensive Environmental Response, 
Compensation, and Liability Act [42 U.S.C. 9601-9675]; Superfund 
Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 [42 U.S.C. 9671-9675]; 
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act [42 U.S.C. 6901-6992k].
    9. Noise: Noise Control Act of 1972 [42 U.S.C. 4901-4918].
    10. Executive Orders: E.O. 11990 Protection of Wetlands; E.O. 11988 
Floodplain Management; E.O. 12898 Federal Actions to Address 
Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income 
Populations; E.O. 11593 Protection and Enhancement of Cultural 
Resources; E.O. 13287 Preserve America; E.O. 13175 Consultation and 
Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments; E.O. 11514 Protection and 
Enhancement of Environmental Quality; E.O. 13112 Invasive Species; E.O. 
13985 Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities 
Through the Federal Government; E.O. 13990 Protecting Public Health and 
the Environment and Restoring Science to Tackle the Climate Crisis; 
E.O. 14008 Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad.

(Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program Number 20.205, 
Highway Planning and Construction. The regulations implementing 
Executive Order 12372 regarding intergovernmental consultation on 
Federal programs and activities apply to this program.)

    Authority: 23 U.S.C. 139 (l)(1).

Ivan Marrero,
Division Administrator, Federal Highway Administration, Salt Lake City, 
Utah.
[FR Doc. 2024-28986 Filed 12-9-24; 8:45 am]
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