The project proposes a locatable mineral exploration drilling program consisting of approximately 43 constructed drill pads and 0.9 miles of constructed new temporary road. Disturbance is estimated at approximately 12 acres.
Location
The Project is located approximately 18 miles west-southwest of Hawthorne, Nevada. T5N, R28E (Sections 3 & 4) and T6N, R28E (Sections 27, 28, 33 & 34), MDBM, Mineral County.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/17/2025
2
Decision
09/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2025 (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 |
| Lodestar Mineral Exploration Project | Decision Signed Date: 09/30/2025 |
| Forests | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Districts | Bridgeport Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T5N, R28E (Sections 3 & 4) and T6N, R28E (Sections 27, 28, 33 & 34), MDBM, Mineral County. |