Decision Memo Completed

2017 Bayfield Electric Power Line Burial

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Bayfield, Wisconsin Washburn Ranger District

This is a proposal by Bayfield Electric Cooperative, Inc. to convert about 9.3 miles of overhead electric line to underground electric wires within their existing utility corridor in order to provide a safer and more reliable electric service.

Location

There are two segments of line proposed for replacement: 1) about 1.3 miles along Blue Moon Road (FR 365), and 2) about 8 miles in the corridors near US Hwy 2.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/05/2017
2
Decision
08/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2017 (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
2017 Bayfield Electric Power Line BurialDecision Signed Date: 08/03/2017
ForestsChequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
DistrictsWashburn Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management