Decision Memo Completed

190 Spectrum Broadband

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Oconto, Wisconsin Lakewood-Laona Ranger District

Spectrum is proposing to place fiber optic line near the town of Mountain, within National Forest boundaries. The overall distance of this project within NFS land is approximately 15 miles.

Location

Near the town of Mountain along Hwy 32, Hwy 64, and County Rd W

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/04/2025
2
Decision
02/2026 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2026 (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
190 Spectrum BroadbandDecision Signed Date: 02/04/2026
ForestsChequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
DistrictsLakewood-Laona Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management