Decision Memo Completed

2024 Bayfield Electric Line Burial Along FR218

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Bayfield, Wisconsin Chequamegon / Nicolet National Forest All Units

Bayfield Electric has requested to bury an existing power line to a customer. Action is to remove about 500 feet of cross-country overhead powerline and install approximately 1030 feet of underground line along FR 218 and existing driveway.

Location

South of Drummond, near FR222 and FR218, T. 44 N., R. 8 W., Sections 23 & 24, Bayfield County, WI

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/28/2023
2
Decision
02/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2024 (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
2024 Bayfield Electric Line Burial Along FR218Decision Signed Date: 02/08/2024
ForestsChequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
DistrictsWashburn Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management