Categorical Exclusion Completed

Spirit Gulch AML Physical Safety Closure

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests Ouray, Colorado Ouray Ranger District

Backfill abandoned mining feature to eliminate safety concerns.

Location

Northwest of Red Mountain Overlook nearly adjacent to road.

Project timeline

1
NEPA Start Date
4/16/2026
2
Finding/Decision Date
6/30/2026

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical ExclusionUSDA-32d-USFS
Decision Signed Date6/30/2026
Minerals and geology