The purpose of the proposed action is to reduce potential public safety hazards associated with abandoned mine features, restore impaired riparian and aquatic habitat, and improve water quality.
Location
Project is located on an unnamed intermittent tributary to Dads Creek, southwest of Dixie Butte. Access is by Hwy 26 -> FSR 2600098 -> FSR 2600265
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/25/2024
2
Decision
02/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Abandoned Mine Land Clean-Up; Watershed Improvements |
| Boulder Group Abandoned Mine Restoration | Decision Signed Date: 02/13/2025 |
| Forests | Malheur National Forest |
| Districts | Blue Mountain Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |