Mine and Cave Closure and Restoration

Three abandoned mines across the Northern Hills would be closed to mitigate a public safety hazard and to protect bat habitat. In addition, a bat gate would be installed at Horsethief Cave and restoration work would take place to protect bat habitat.

Location Summary

Three abandoned mine adits across the Northern Hills Ranger District and Horsethief Cave east of Nemo, SD.

District: Northern Hills Ranger District

Project Milestones

MilestoneDate
Scoping Start08/01/2018
Comment PeriodN/A
Objection Period StartN/A
Decision08/24/2018
Implementation09/2018 (Estimated)

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