The project proposes locatable mineral exploration drilling from approximately 14 drill sites within the Project Area. Reclamation would be completed to the standards described in 36 CFR 228 and NAC 519A. Project disturbance would be less 5 acres.
Location
The Project is located in Nye County approximately 45 miles southwest of Ely, Nevada and 6.8 miles northeast of Currant, Nevada along Highway 6.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/11/2024
2
Decision
12/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2026 (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 |
| Forests | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Districts | Ely Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | The Project is located in Sections 7, 8, 17, 18 and 19, Township 11 North, Range 59 East (T11N, R59E), Mount Diablo Base and Meridian (Project Area), Nye County, Nevada. |