Decision Memo Completed

Iron Creek Trenching and Drilling Project

Salmon-Challis National Forest Lemhi, Idaho Salmon-Challis National Forest All Units

The Operator proposes to trench ~1,435 linear feet, drill on up to six drill pads, and remove up to 10 tons of sample material removed for further analysis. Less than 12 month operating season.

Location

The project area is approximately 29 air miles south of Salmon, Idaho, in T19N, R20E, Section 7, 8, 16, 17, and 18, Boise Prime Meridian, Lemhi County, Idaho.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/09/2018
2
Decision
04/2019 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2019 (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
Iron Creek Trenching and Drilling ProjectDecision Signed Date: 04/02/2019
ForestsSalmon-Challis National Forest
DistrictsSalmon-Cobalt Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT19N, R20E, Section 7, 8, 16, 17, and 18, Boise Prime Meridian, Lemhi County, Idaho
Minerals and geology