Process application for exploratory core sampling to determine mineral potential in the area. ~14 drill sites located in Bedrock Creek (La Plata Canyon, Columbine RD) and headwaters of East Mancos River (Dolores RD). Some sites accessed by helicopter
Location
Bedrock Creek (La Plata Canyon, Columbine RD) and headwaters of East Mancos River (Dolores RD)
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/01/2022
2
Decision
01/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations |
| Metallic Minerals Exploratory Core Sampling | Decision Signed Date: 01/05/2023 |
| Forests | San Juan National Forest |
| Districts | Mancos/Dolores Ranger District; Columbine Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T36-37N R11W |