OceanaGold US Holdings Inc proposes drilling reverse-circulation drill holes from 24 sites on NFS lands on western flank of Spring Peak. Purpose is to explore for presence of locatable minerals. Duration of project and reclamation less than 1 year.
Location
Mineral County, NV, on the western flank of Spring Peak (Bridgeport Ranger District)
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
08/07/2019
2
Decision
11/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2019 (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 |
| OceanaGold Spring Peak Exploration Drilling Project | Decision Signed Date: 11/07/2019 |
| Forests | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Districts | Bridgeport Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |