ASHLAND, Wis. (WRN) — A proposed reroute of a northern Wisconsin oil pipeline is one step closer to completion.
The US Army Corps of Engineers on Wednesday approved a permit for Enbridge Energy to reroute it’s pipeline around the Bad River Lake Superior Chippewa Band’s reservation.
Canadian-owned Enbridge was ordered to relocate the line several years ago after losing a court case with the Tribe. Environmental groups protested the proposed reroute, alleging it would harm or damage delicate wetlands and watersheds near the reservation.
The Corps fast tracked approval of the plan on the directive of President Donald Trump, who wants energy related projects to get faster permitting.