Seismic investigation of formation and evaluation of Idaho, Oregon mtns. Monitoring explosive seismic shots buried in boreholes 100-150 feet deep, using temporary seismometers.
Location
One shot hole is proposed to be approx. 18 miles se of Challis, the other is along Big Gulch Road approx. 3 miles ne of Summit Reservoir.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
01/2011 (Estimated)
2
Decision
03/2011 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2011 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Research And Development |
| Forests | Salmon-Challis National Forest |
| Districts | Challis-Yankee Fork Ranger District; Lost River Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T11N, R21E, section 15; T12N, R25E, section 21 |