PolyMet Mining, Inc. proposes to construction and install 22 water monitoring wells and associated access roads at the proposed NorthMet mine site. 15 sites are located on National Forest lands with 7 sites on land in private or county ownership.
Location
The proposed NorthMet mine site is located approximately 8 miles northeast of Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
08/24/2011
2
Decision
10/2011 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2011 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| PolyMet NorthMet Monitoring Well Installation | Decision Signed Date: 10/20/2011 |
| Forests | Superior National Forest |
| Districts | Laurentian Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 59 North, Range 13 West, Sections 1-4 and 9-12. |