Decision Memo Completed

Helena Abandoned Mine Lands Project

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest Broadwater; Jefferson, Montana Helena Ranger District

This project would address the physical safety hazards presented by hazardous mine openings (HMOs) on National Forest System (NFS) lands.

Location

Orofino Gulch, Park City/ Grizzly Gulch, and Moose Gulch

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/12/2013
2
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Helena Abandoned Mine Lands Project (FY 2014)Decision Signed Date: 06/10/2014
ForestsHelena National Forest; Lewis And Clark National Forest
DistrictsHelena Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionOrofino Gulch: Township 9 N, Range 4 W, Sec. 11; Park City/ Grizzly Gulch: Township 9 N, Range 4 W, Sec. 9; Moose Gulch: Township 9N, Range 6 W, Sec. 32; and Township 8 N, Range 6 W, Sec. 5
Minerals and geology