The proponent would utilize a Skid Steer to extract sand and gravel and process it through a high banker (sluice box) to extract precious metals. This is a locatable minerals project regulated under 36 CFR 228A.
Location
The proposed project is located roughly 8 miles southwest of Idaho City, ID. The project site is 100 yards upstream from the Macks Creek bridge on lower Grimes Creek about 3 miles from Highway 21
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/07/2013
2
Decision
02/2015 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2015 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations |
| C & W Exploration Project | Decision Signed Date: 02/06/2015 |
| Forests | Boise National Forest |
| Districts | Idaho City Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Boise County, Township 5N Range 4E Section 9, Boise Meridian |