Exploration drilling operations and geophysical surveys would be conducted to reinforce and build upon geologic mapping and geophysical survey information collected during previous investigation of the project area.
Location
The project area is located in the Snowshoe Creek vicinity, approximately 6.5 miles northeast of Avon, Montana.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/28/2024
2
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations |
| Blue Copper Mineral Exploration Project | Decision Signed Date: 08/27/2024 |
| Forests | Lewis And Clark National Forest |
| Districts | Lewis And Clark National Forest All Units |
| Legal Land Description | Sec(s) 22, 27, and 28, Tl IN, R7W |