Decision Memo Completed

2019 Newcrest Mineral Exploration

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Elko, Nevada Mountain City Ranger District

Newcrest Resources Inc. proposes to conduct a one year exploration drilling program which would include construction of 15 drill sites adjacent to Jarbidge, NV. No road or other exploration construction is proposed.

Location

Adjacent to the town of Jarbidge, Nevada in all or portions of Sections 15-20, 21, 22, and 29-31 Township 46 North, Range 58 East (T46N, R58E), Mount Diablo Base and Meridian, Elko County, Nevada.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/15/2019
2
Decision
06/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2019 (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
2019 Newcrest Mineral ExplorationDecision Signed Date: 06/27/2019
ForestsHumboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
DistrictsMountain City Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Minerals and geology