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Wisconsin DNR Approves Electric Project, Protects Ribbonsnake

8/23/2025

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The Wisconsin DNR will issue a permit for incidental taking of the eastern ribbonsnake for the WPS Park Entrance Drive Electric Project in Door County.
The project includes abandoning 1,790 feet of underground lines and installing 2,311 feet of new cable.
Conservation measures will be enacted to reduce impacts on the endangered species.
Public comments are accepted until September 21, 2025.

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Story summary

The Wisconsin DNR will issue a permit for incidental taking of the eastern ribbonsnake for the WPS Park Entrance Drive Electric Project in Door County.
The project includes abandoning 1,790 feet of underground lines and installing 2,311 feet of new cable.
Conservation measures will be enacted to reduce impacts on the endangered species.
Public comments are accepted until September 21, 2025.