Decision Memo Completed

Exploratory Core Drilling - Coconino and Kaibab Material Site Investigations

Kaibab National Forest Coconino, Arizona Coconino National Forest All Units

Drilling of 6-8 inch diameter holes at 5 locations to determine the geologic make-up of the site for potential use as a rock pit. Includes using a truck-mounted auger to drill one or possibly two holes per location, then backfilling the excavation.

Location

See map of 5 drilling locations.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/05/2011
2
Decision
07/2011 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2011 (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 ActivityRoad Maintenance
Rock Pit Exploratory DrillingDecision Signed Date: 07/07/2011
ForestsCoconino National Forest; Kaibab National Forest
DistrictsMogollon Rim Ranger District; Flagstaff Ranger District; Williams Ranger District; Tusayan Ranger District
Minerals and geology