The claimant proposes to do surface exploration using hand tools. They also propose to do sampling in the existing 120 ft. deep shaft. Exploration would be done using a winch attached to an ATV to lower a person into the shaft.
Location
Access to the claim is via closed road NFSR 231.1C which connects to the Mystic Road.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/18/2023
2
Decision
10/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations |
| Cutty Sark Exploration Project | Decision Signed Date: 10/17/2024 |
| Forests | Black Hills National Forest |
| Districts | Mystic Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Black Hills Meridian; T2N; R4E; SE 1/4 Section 33 |