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 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 |
| McD's Placer #1 Mine Exploration Operation | Decision Signed Date: 11/18/2016 |
| Forests | Shasta Trinity National Forest |
| Districts | Hayfork Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 31 North, Range 11 West, Section 36, Mount Diablo Meridian |