Norvado Winter Phase 2 Fiberoptic Installation
Norvado proposes to install fiberoptic line in about 0.4 of a mile of right-of-way on Forest Roads 1661BB and 1661AB with about 0.05 of an acre of soil disturbance.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
North of the East Fork of the Chippewa River and Blaisdell Lake near Winter, Wisconsin.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 09/24/2025 |
| Decision | 01/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Chequamegon / Nicolet National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Chequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
Districts:
Great Divide Ranger District
States:
Wisconsin
Counties:
Sawyer
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Casey Swanson
500 Hanson Lake Road
Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-362-1326
casey.swanson@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/15/2025