Stargazing Mining Operation
Operators of the Stargazing mine are proposing a mining operation that would remove approximately 100 tons of placer material from the mountainside and set up three core drilling sites to explore for minerals.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Stargazing mining claims, and proposed activity, are located on the south side of Little Hoodoo Mountain south of Libby, Montana, and off of the Cherry Creek Road.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 10/07/2020 |
| Comment Period | 10/30/2020 |
| Decision | 07/2021 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2021 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Libby Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Current Status:
Cancelled
Forests:
Kootenai National Forest
Districts:
Libby Ranger District
States:
Montana
Counties:
Lincoln
Legal Land Description:
This project consists of land in Section 28 of Township 29 North, Range 31 West P.M.M. in Lincoln County, Montana.
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Jamison Smith
12557 MT Hwy 37
Libby, MT 59923-8212
406-283-7556
Jamison.Smith@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/31/2023