Sheep Creek Rare Earth Exploration Proposal
The Bitterroot NF received 3 Notices of Intent to conduct Rare Earth Exploration during the 2022-2024 field seasons in the Sheep Creek area of the West Fork Ranger District. The NEPA analysis type will be determined if and when a Plan of Operations is received. To date, no Plan of Operations has been submitted. Please subscribe for email updates by following the link on the right side of the page.
Location Summary
This Rare Earth Exploration Proposal would take place in the Sheep Creek area of the West Fork Ranger District of the Bitterroot National Forest
District: West Fork Ranger District
Project Milestones
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/2025 (Estimated) |
| Comment Period | N/A |
| Objection Period Start | N/A |
| Decision | 01/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2027 (Estimated) |
Project Documents
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