AST Facilities - Environmental Reviews - Sacramento Peak Observatory

Sacramento Peak Observatory (Sac Peak) Environmental Impact Statement

In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended, (NEPA) the National Science Foundation is preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the potential environmental effects of proposed changes to operations at Sacramento Peak Observatory, in Sunspot, New Mexico. Consult this website throughout the process to view notices of public meetings, information on how to submit comments, and documents available for review. NSF will also consult under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) to evaluate potential effects to the Sacremento Peak Observatory. Project contact information: Elizabeth Pentecost, (703) 292-4907, epenteco@nsf.gov.

Fact Sheet: Sacramento Peak Observatory Review Process
Scoping Process
Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)
Final Environmental Impact Statement
Record of Decision