Decision Memo Completed

Long Valley Exploration Drilling Project

Inyo National Forest Mono, California Inyo National Forest All Units

The Long Valley Exploration Drilling Project proposes to drill up to 3 core borings on up to 14 drill pads, to evaluate the mineral potential within the Long Valley area, near Lake Crowley. Access may include driving on existing roads and temp roads.

Location

Township 3S, Range 28E, Section 26, Mt. Diablo Meridian

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/08/2021
2
Decision
09/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2021 (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
Long Valley Exploration Drilling ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/27/2021
ForestsInyo National Forest
DistrictsMammoth Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 3 S, Range 28 E, Section 26
Minerals and geology