Decision Memo Developing Proposal

WE Energies Cisco Lake Phase III Project

Ottawa National Forest Gogebic, Michigan Watersmeet Ranger District

Install 6 wooden poles and attach distribution power lines in order to provide electrical service to the public.

Location

Approximately 3 3/4 mile west of intersection of US2 and US45 in Watersmeet.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
10/2025 (Estimated)
2
Decision
11/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2026 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityElectric Transmission
ForestsOttawa National Forest
DistrictsWatersmeet Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT45, R40W, NWSW, Section 21
Special use management