USGS is requesting an amendment to their existing special use permit to include installation of equipment to monitor surface flow (runoff) downslope of the Canyon Mine. Up to 5 water-detection instruments and 1 game camera will be deployed.
Location
The project will occur downslope from the Canyon Mine uranium mine. In the area downslope from Canyon Mine identified as being most likely to experience runoff.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/19/2020
2
Decision
08/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2020 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations; Research And Development |
| USGS Canyon Mine Monitoring Special Use Permit Amendment | Decision Signed Date: 08/20/2020 |
| Forests | Kaibab National Forest |
| Districts | Tusayan Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T29N R2E Section 20 |