Coal Basin Methane Capture Research Project
Preliminary analysis to identify and quantify methane gas emission source locations within 5.2 square mile of Coal Basin to determine potential methane gas quality for future methane destruction or utilization projects.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
Coal Basin is located approximately 4 miles west, northwest of Redstone, Colorado. The research site is spread over approximately 5.2 square miles of Coal Basin where previous coal mining occurred.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/08/2023 |
| Decision | 06/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2023 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.11, 7 Cfr 1B.3(A) (3); 32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
West Zone/Sopris Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Research
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations; Research And Development
Project Decision Information
Coal Basin Methane Capture Research Project
Decision Signed Date: 06/21/2023
Forests:
White River National Forest
Districts:
West Zone/Sopris Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Pitkin
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Jennifer Schuller
620 Main Street
Carbondale, CO 81623
970-404-3163
Jennifer.Schuller@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/22/2023