Lands - Johnson Claims Acquisition.
The Forest Service proposes to purchase the surface rights to 3 patented mining claims, consisting of 27.723 acres, in the vicinity of Chicago Basin, wholly within the Weminuche Wilderness.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Gem lakes area west of Chicago Basin in the Weminuche Wilderness.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/05/2019 |
| Decision | 04/2020 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2020 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.12 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(6)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Columbine Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Land Acquisition
Project Activity:
Land Purchases
Project Decision Information
Acquisition of the Johnson Mining Claims - PID and CE.
Decision Signed Date: 04/29/2020
Forests:
San Juan National Forest
Districts:
Columbine Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
La Plata
Legal Land Description:
31 & 32, T39N, R7W (unsurveyed) and Sections 5 & 6 T38N, R7W (unsurveyed)
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Last Updated: 1/31/2022