AML - Bat Grates (Grouse Gulch and Ruby Lake)
Physical closure of 2 abandoned inactive mine open adits which pose a physical hazard to the public. Will consist of steel grated adit closures with bat ladders for wildlife access. Access to both sites is by foot from existing road
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Grouse Gulch LB1: La Plata Canyon south of Kroeger CG
Ruby Lake RL3: near Columbine Lake and Ophir Pass
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 06/28/2022 |
| Decision | 10/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 10/2022 (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:
Columbine Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Abandoned Mine Land Clean-Up
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Bat Grates - Grouse Gulch and Ruby Lake
Decision Signed Date: 10/14/2022
Forests:
San Juan National Forest
Districts:
Columbine Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
La Plata; San Juan
Legal Land Description:
Grouse Gulch LB1: T36N R11W Sec. 21
Ruby Lake RL3: T42N R08W Sec. 33
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James Blair
367 Pearl Street
Bayfield, CO 81122
(970) 882-6856
James.Blair2@usda.gov
Last Updated: 10/14/2022