Decision Memo Completed

Northern Natural Gas Pipeline Maintenance Dig Long Lake Road

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

Inline inspection indicated that four sites needed inspection and possible repair. The existing pipeline will be excavated for visual inspection and necessary repairs.

Location

Near Long Lake Road in northern Great Divide Ranger District

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/17/2025
2
Decision
08/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Northern Natural Gas Pipeline Maintenance Dig Long Lake RoadDecision Signed Date: 08/22/2025
ForestsChequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
DistrictsGreat Divide Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management