Physical closures of 49 abandoned mine features within the Zuni mountains using various methods, i.e. polyurethane foam, backfilling, fencing and or bat-friendly grates to provide for the safety of the general public.
Location
Several locations within the Zuni Mountains portion of the Mt. Taylor Ranger District
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/06/2011
2
Comment Period
04/06/2011
3
Decision
09/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
02/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Abandoned Mine Land Clean-Up |
| Mt. Taylor Ranger District Zuni Mountains Abandoned Mine Lands Remediation | Decision Signed Date: 09/13/2012 Legal Notice Date: 09/18/2012 |
| Forests | Cibola National Forest |
| Districts | Mount Taylor Ranger District |