A proposal for small-scale open pit mining operation at the proposed Amber Onyx Mine. Large blocks of decorative calcite would be removed from the mine. Up to 2.5 acres active disturbance proposed. Disturbed areas not needed would be reclaimed.
Location
The Amber Onyx Mine would be in the Blind Stream drainage of the Duchesne District of the Ashley NF. Alongside Forest System road 121, near the center of Section 28, T2N R8W, Uinta Meridian.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/19/2015
2
Comment Period
02/09/2016
3
Objection Period Start
05/03/2016
4
Decision
06/2016 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
06/2016 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations |
| Amber Onyx Mine Project | Decision Signed Date: 06/27/2016 |
| Forests | Ashley National Forest |
| Districts | Duchesne Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | New mine site, to be located near center of Section 28, T2N R8W, Uinta Meridian. |