Authorize USGS to replace batteries via helicopter in GPW in August of 2018. Transportation of materials to be done via helicopter sling load. Geologic sampling would be done in same load and flight as battery replacement.
Location
On ridgeline just south of Scimitar Glacier, west flank of Glacier Peak, Lat: 48.117899 Lon: -121.737062
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/19/2018
2
Decision
08/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations; Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations |
| Decision Decided Date | 08/29/2018 |
| Forests | Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest |
| Districts | Darrington Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | N1/2 NW 1/4 Sec 8. T.30N, R.13E, W.M. |