Decision Memo On Hold

Wedgetail Exploration Drilling

Coronado National Forest Pima, Arizona Santa Catalina Ranger District

This project consists of constructing approximately 1,000 feet of temporary access road and up to 11 drill pads, the use of existing roads, and reclaiming all new temporarily disturbed areas.

Location

This project is located on Mount Lemmon, approximately 30 miles northeast of Tucson, in Pima County, Arizona.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/22/2022
2
Decision
09/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsCoronado National Forest
DistrictsSanta Catalina Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 11 South, Range 16 East, Sections 15, 16, 21, and 22.
Minerals and geology