Decision Memo Completed

PBE Mining Plan of Operations

Chugach National Forest Kenai Peninsula, Alaska Seward Ranger District

Seasonal placer mining operating with temporary camp. Suction dredging and hand tools with access by ATV.

Location

The operation is located on Palmer Creek approximately 1.75 miles down the mining road that begins at the gate at Mile 3.4 of the Palmer Creek Road near Hope, Alaska

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/04/2020
2
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2021 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
PBE Mining Plan of OperationsDecision Signed Date: 04/02/2021
ForestsChugach National Forest
DistrictsSeward Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Minerals and geology