The USFWS will determine the number of pole retrofits a permittee is required  complete to offset their incidental take of eagles. The Eagle ILF Program defines 1 mitigation credit = 1 retrofitted power pole.  Cost for each credit will be based on the full-cost accounting to retrofit an individual pole and maintain retrofits for a minimum of 30 years.

Non-permittees may be eligible to purchase mitigation credits with prior approval of the USFWS. Contact the Eagle ILF Program for more information.

To purchase mitigation credits, please contact:
Eagle ILF Program
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970.430.4170

Please provide:

• Company Name
• Project Name
• Project Location
• USFWS pole requirements specific to each eagle species