The purpose of the of this Federal action is to respond to the operator's PoO for mineral exploration as necessary to meet Forest Service regulations within the context of federal mining lawsa.
Location
Near the historic Miller Mtn. Mine (Magnolia Mine per USGS).
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/24/2023
2
Decision
05/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2024 (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 |
| Miller Exploration-Plan of Operations | Decision Signed Date: 05/06/2024 |
| Forests | Boise National Forest |
| Districts | Lowman Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Section 17, Township 9 North, Range 8 East |