Ouray Mixed AML Physical Safety Closures

Forest and Colorado DRMS propose to close 11 inactive mine openings along National Forest System Road (NFSR) #853-Campbird Road, NFSR #855.1A-Portland Road, NFSR #871-Dexter Creek Road, NFSR #857-Cow Creek Road, and South Pinecrest Drive in Ouray.

Project Information

Expected Analysis Type
Decision Memo

Categorical Exclusion
Short-term (one year or less) mineral, energy, or geophysical investigations and their incidental support activities that may require cross-country travel by vehicles and equipment, construction of less than one mile of low standard road (Service Level D, FSH 7709.56), or use and minor repair of existing roads.

Special Authority
Not applicable / Other

Lead Management Unit
Ouray Ranger District

Notice and Comment Regulation
Not Subject to Regulations

Project Purpose
Minerals and Geology

Project Activity
Abandoned mine land clean-up

Project Status

Current Status
Analysis Completed

Project Decision Information

Ouray Mixed AML Physical Safety Closures

Decision Signed Date
2024-07-01

Last Updated: 07/11/2024