Decision Memo Completed

Dry Canyon Exploration Project

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Nye, Nevada Tonopah Ranger District

AuEx Resources proposes to drill at 4 drill sites. Existing roads, cross-country travel routes, and new road construction (approx. 399-ft.) will be used to access all drill sites. Project located within the Table Mtn East Inventoried Roadless Area.

Location

Within the Dry Creek watershed on the east side of the Monitor Range.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/05/2009
2
Decision
04/2011 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2011 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Dry Canyon Exploration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 04/27/2011
ForestsHumboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
DistrictsTonopah Ranger District
Minerals and geology