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Enbridge's Line 5 pipeline reroute in Wisconsin faces a contested case hearing starting Aug. 12.

The hearing will examine if the DNR followed state law when issuing its permits.

The reroute aims to move the pipeline off tribal land, but remains within the watershed, raising concerns about potential spills.

The public can attend the hearing in person or observe virtually.

The contentious plan to reroute Enbridge’s Line 5 oil pipeline around tribal land in northern Wisconsin is entering a critical new phase of legal and regulatory scrutiny. The project's fate likely hangs in the balance.

On Aug. 12, a contested case hearing will examine whether the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources followed state law when it approved key permits for the project last year.

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