Decision Memo Completed

Xcel Energy Power Line Reconstruction

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Bayfield, Wisconsin Great Divide Ranger District

Proposal to relocate a powerline from a cross-county location to along Bayfield Co. Hwy. M. The existing line was built in wetlands, relocating the line would reduce impacts to wetlands, and improve access for future maintenance.

Location

Forest System lands along Bayfield County Highway M in T43N R6W Sections 17, 18, 19, and 20.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/09/2016
2
Decision
01/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
02/2017 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2); 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Xcel Energy Power Line ReconstructionDecision Signed Date: 01/18/2017
ForestsChequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
DistrictsGreat Divide Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management