Decision Memo Completed

Black Sands #1 Placer Exploration

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests Idaho, Idaho Salmon River Ranger District

Excavate 4 trenches to test existing placer gravels. FSR 643A accesses project area. Install a culvert and harden a stream crossing. Samples processed onsite; water from Sand Creek/small stream; water/waste discharged into open trench. No camping.

Location

Township 25 North, Range 3 East, Section 3; Idaho County; Idaho

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/06/2021
2
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2024 (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
Black Sands #1 Placer ExplorationDecision Signed Date: 08/20/2024
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Minerals and geology