Decision Memo Completed

McD's Placer #1 Mine Exploration Operation

Shasta-Trinity National Forest Trinity, California Hayfork Ranger District

Mining claimants, on McD's Placer #1 mine, propose to construct a .25 mile temp road, excavate 9 sample plots totalling 1000 cubic yards, process samples by gravity wash classification system, and conclude with reclamation of the disturbed site.

Location

The project lies within the East Fork of Hayfork Creek, approximately 6 air miles southeast of Hayfork, California. The claim is on National Forest System Lands.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/08/2012
2
Decision
11/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
01/2017 (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
McD's Placer #1 Mine Exploration OperationDecision Signed Date: 11/18/2016
ForestsShasta Trinity National Forest
DistrictsHayfork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 31 North, Range 11 West, Section 36, Mount Diablo Meridian
Minerals and geology