The project will encompass 2,800 acres (4.375 square miles) located on the Thunder Basin National Grassland. Conducted utilizing vibroseis as the energy source and will provide data to develop a three dimensional image of the geological structure.
Location
Approximately 10 to 12 miles west of the Jenny Trail and HWY 59 Junction.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/02/2012
2
Decision
09/2012 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2012 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8) |
| Special Authority | Forest Service Energy Implementation Plan |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations |
| Forests | Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest |
| Districts | Douglas and Thunder Basin Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Townships 39 & 40 North, Range 73 West |