2022 Abandoned Mine Lands Hazardous Mine Openings
Backfilling hazardous mine opening features using waste material and native materials surrounding the features.
Project Summary
Current Status:
In Progress
Location Summary:
Judith-Musselshell Ranger District and White Sulphur Springs Ranger District
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/20/2023 |
| Decision | 06/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2024 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Lewis And Clark National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Abandoned Mine Land Clean-Up
Project Decision Information
AML HMO Closures Project: Belt Creek-White Sulphur Springs Ranger District
Decision Signed Date: 06/03/2024
Forests:
Lewis And Clark National Forest
Districts:
Musselshell Ranger District; White Sulphur Springs Ranger District
States:
Montana
Counties:
Judith Basin; Meagher
Legal Land Description:
Tl4N RJOE Sec. 03; T14N R09E Sec. 24; T14N R09E Sec. 36; T11N R07E Sec. 1O
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Last Updated: 5/11/2026