Ironton Abandoned Mine Lands Physical Safety Closures Project
Ironton AML Physical Safety Closures Project would install closures at 22 inactive mines which pose the greatest physical hazards to the public or other resources.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Features to be closed are located on National Forest System lands along U.S. 550 (Red Mountain Pass), NFSR 886 (Corkscrew Road), and NFSR 887 (Grey Copper Road) in Ouray and San Juan Counties.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/22/2023 |
| Decision | 04/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2023 (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:
Ouray Ranger District
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
Ironton Abandoned Mine Lands Physical Safety Closures Project
Decision Signed Date: 04/13/2023
Forests:
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Districts:
Ouray Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Ouray; San Juan
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Pamela Leschak
2505 S. Townsend
Montrose, CO 81401
970-874-6640
Pamela.Leschak@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/14/2023