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.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Three abandoned mine adits across the Northern Hills Ranger District and Horsethief Cave east of Nemo, SD.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/01/2018 |
| Decision | 08/2018 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2018 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Northern Hills Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements
Project Decision Information
Mine and Cave Closure and Restoration
Decision Signed Date: 08/24/2018
Forests:
Black Hills National Forest
Districts:
Northern Hills Ranger District
States:
South Dakota
Counties:
Lawrence; Meade
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Valerie McKean
2014 N. Main Street
Spearfish, SD 57783
605-642-4622
valeriemckean@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 9/5/2018