Decision Memo Completed

MCC Box Canyon Methane Drainage Wells

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests Gunnison, Colorado Paonia Ranger District

Proposal for 5 methane drainage wells off 3 drill pad locations. Previously analyzed and not approved; resubmitted with smaller disturbance and elevated mitigation

Location

East of Somerset, CO

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/10/2005
2
Decision
12/2005 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2006 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityForest Service Energy Implementation Plan
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
MCC BOX CANYON METHANE DRAINAGE WELLSDecision Signed Date: 12/31/2005
ForestsGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
DistrictsPaonia Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 13 S., R. 90 W., 6th PM, Section 14
Minerals and geology