Why Not, Stardust Minerals Project
"We have received three Plans of Operation to conduct small-scale suction dredging activities in Star Creek, and the Yaak River. The Forest Service will analyze effects to the resources in the project area.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Star Creek and Yaak River near Troy, Montana.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/31/2024 |
| Comment Period | 05/31/2024 |
| Objection Period Start | 08/29/2024 |
| Decision | 01/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Three Rivers Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Project Decision Information
Why Not, Stardust Minerals Project
Decision Signed Date: 01/10/2025
Why Not, Stardust Minerals Project Decision Notice and FONSI
Decision Signed Date: 01/10/2025
Forests:
Kootenai National Forest
Districts:
Three Rivers Ranger District
States:
Montana
Counties:
Lincoln
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Julie Hopkinson
12858 US Hwy 2
Troy, MT 59935-8750
406-295-7563
juliegalloway@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 1/17/2025