Monarch Abandoned Mine Land Safety Closures
Twenty five former mine features pose an unsafe risk to the general public in terms of physical safety hazards. Reclamation efforts will promote growth of native plant species on previously compacted soil.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
AML features near Garfield, Boss Lake, Clover Mountain, Mount Aetna, Taylor Mountain, and Billings Lake.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/12/2023 |
| Decision | 07/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2023 (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:
Salida 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
Monarch Abandoned Mine Land Safety Closures
Decision Signed Date: 07/31/2023
Forests:
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
Districts:
Salida Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Chaffee
Legal Land Description:
T50N, R6E, Sections 5, 20, 21, 27, 28, 29, 33, and T51N, R6E, Sections 5, 29, 32.
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Amy Titterington
5575 Cleora Rd.
Salida, CO 81201
719-838-0699
amy.j.titterington@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/31/2023