Crystal Creek Mine Plans of Operation
The FS has received 3 proposals to explore for and mine pegmatite gemstones in the Crystal Creek Mining Area on 9 unpatented mining claims. Total disturbance is 2 acres per season and 15 acres over the next 10 years.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The unpatented claims are located approximately 4 miles northeast of Lake George, CO in Teller County.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/16/2024 |
| Comment Period | 08/16/2024 |
| Decision | 11/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 01/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
South Park 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
Crystal Creek MPO Decision Notice/ FONSI
Decision Signed Date: 11/21/2024
Forests:
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
Districts:
South Park Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Teller
Legal Land Description:
6th PM, T12S, R71W
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Amy Titterington
P.O. Box 219
Fairplay, CO 80440
719-836-2031
amyjtitterington@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 12/3/2024