Vigilante Electric Cooperative has applied to the MT DNRC, Dillon Unit to place an overhead powerline on the above referenced Montana Trust Land in the Dillon Unit. The new residential power line would provide improved electrical services including 3 phase service to the surrounding rural area. The upgrade comprises approximately 2.87 miles of new overhead electric transmission line. The new line would parallel Birch Creek Road. The line would be operated at a voltage of 7,200 volts. The line would be approximately 20 – 25 feet above ground surface, poles at 30 feet total height. As proposed, poles will be topped with raptor friendly modifications. Ground disturbance would be minimal, except for the placing of power poles at points along the installation route. The width of the requested easement over the 5 state tracts would be 30 feet wide, 15 feet each side of centerline and would encompass approximately 10.44 acres of state land. See attached maps. Vigilante Electric Cooperative wishes to start construction in the Winter / Early Spring and complete the project by April, 2026.