Decision Memo Completed

Sugar Loaf Exploratory Drilling

Gila National Forest Grant, New Mexico Silver City Ranger District

Bonaventure Inc has proposed to drill approximately 11 drill pads within the Burro Mountains for mineral exploration. Drill holes would be approx. 300 feet deep. Project is located in previous disturbed mining area.

Location

Located approximately 11 miles southwest of Silver City, NM

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/25/2024
2
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2024 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Sugar Loaf Exploratory DrillingDecision Signed Date: 08/30/2024
ForestsGila National Forest
DistrictsSilver City Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT19S R15W Sec18
Minerals and geology