Morning Star Mine and Surrounding Area Adit Closures Project
The physical closure of 15 abandoned adits and shafts, eight which are located within the Lizard Head Wilderness Area. Adits closed with backfilling or bulkheads made with mortar and stone; shafts will be closed with grated steel.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
3 adits at Morning Star Mine; 5 adits in Upper Bilk Creek; 3 adits in Ophir; 2 adits on Yellow Mtn; 2 shafts in Grays Basin.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/11/2016 |
| Decision | 05/2016 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2016 (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:
Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Morning Star Mine and Surrounding Area Adit Closures Project
Decision Signed Date: 05/03/2016
Forests:
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Districts:
Norwood Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
San Miguel
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Dee Closson
2250 South Main Street
Delta, CO 81416
970-327-4261 X4341
daclosson@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 5/3/2016