(The Center Square) – The construction of a new section of Line 5 is one step closer to beginning after the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources approved the necessary permits for Enbridge Energy to begin some construction activities. Enbridge must also receive federal approval from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Following a years-long legal battle over the existing portion of Line 5 running through Bad River Band lands, Enbridge agreed to cease transporting oil and gas through the pipes in 2020.