Closure of nine hazardous mine openings on the Dolores and Columbine Ranger Districts.
Location
Three closures will occur in the Elk Park area, four on Bolan Pass, one at the headwaters of madden creek, and one in Rush Basin.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/22/2024
2
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2024 (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 |
| Decision Memo - LPC San Juan DRUM AML Safety Closures Project | Decision Signed Date: 06/05/2024 |
| Forests | San Juan National Forest |
| Districts | Mancos/Dolores Ranger District; Columbine Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |