Decision Memo Completed

XTO Energy Inc Hovet Federal 41X-29

Dakota Prairie Grasslands McKenzie, North Dakota Mckenzie Ranger District

The Forest Service proposes to approve surface use associated with XTO Energy Incorporated exercising its Federal lease rights to drill, complete, and produce an oil and gas well consistent with current law and regulation.

Location

10 miles southeast of Watford City, ND

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
10/13/2009
2
Comment Period
05/03/2012
3
Decision
09/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
09/2012 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.3 (3)
Special AuthorityOil & Gas - Sec. 390, Energy Policy Act Of 2005 (Sec 390)
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Natural Gas; Oil
XTO Energy, Inc. Mandal Federal 41X-29Decision Signed Date: 09/04/2012 Legal Notice Date: 09/08/2012
ForestsDakota Prairie Grasslands
DistrictsMckenzie Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNENE Section 29, Twp 149N, Rng 97W
Special use managementMinerals and geology