The purpose of this analysis is to provide for approval of a Plan of Operations to explore for locatable minerals on an existing mining claim. The proponent is proposing to excavate 50' x 50' exploration pits within a 3/4 acre area.
Location
On National Forest System lands approximately two miles west of Placerville Idaho, Boise County, off Forest Service Road 343 (Granite Creek Rd.).
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
08/05/2016
2
Decision
05/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2020 (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 | Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations |
| Forests | Boise National Forest |
| Districts | Idaho City Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T7N, R4E, sec 15 |