Simplex #1 Mineral Prospecting and Motorized Access Proposal
Mining claim owner proposes to use existing closed routes to access via ATVs to prospect unpatented claim near Twin Sisters. Hand tools used for prospecting/reinforcing existing adit. Site will be camped a couple of weekends/month from May to Oct.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Unpatented Simplex #1 mining claim near the Twin Sisters area located approximately 8 mi. NE of Silver City, NM. Access proposed on Road 243 Sawmill Wagon Rd and Trail to Trail 241 and nonsystem trail
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 05/07/2019 |
| Decision | 05/2019 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2019 (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:
Silver City 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
Simplex #1 Mineral Prospecting and Motorized Access Proposal
Decision Signed Date: 05/14/2019
Forests:
Gila National Forest
Districts:
Silver City Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Grant
Legal Land Description:
: T16S, R13W, Section 27
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Antonio Ybarra
3005 E. Camino del Bosque
Silver City, NM 88061
575-388-8460
aybarra@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 10/28/2019