Exploration drilling operations on unpatented claims in the Copper Creek and Little Deep Creek area. The plan of operations proposes to to drill no more than 5 holes at 23 drilling locations with 1 mile of new temporary road access.
Location
Copper Creek and Little Deep Creek areas on the Salmon-Cobalt Ranger District, approximately 15 miles west of Salmon, Idaho.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/20/2022
2
Decision
08/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2024 (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 |
| Blackpine Exploration Drilling | Decision Signed Date: 08/30/2023 |
| Forests | Salmon-Challis National Forest |
| Districts | Salmon-Cobalt Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |