Amber Onyx Mine
A proposal for small-scale open pit mining operation at the proposed Amber Onyx Mine. Large blocks of decorative calcite would be removed from the mine. Up to 2.5 acres active disturbance proposed. Disturbed areas not needed would be reclaimed.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Amber Onyx Mine would be in the Blind Stream drainage of the Duchesne District of the Ashley NF. Alongside Forest System road 121, near the center of Section 28, T2N R8W, Uinta Meridian.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/19/2015 |
| Comment Period | 02/09/2016 |
| Objection Period Start | 05/03/2016 |
| Decision | 06/2016 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2016 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Duchesne Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Amber Onyx Mine Project
Decision Signed Date: 06/27/2016
Forests:
Ashley National Forest
Districts:
Duchesne Ranger District
States:
Utah
Counties:
Duchesne
Legal Land Description:
New mine site, to be located near center of Section 28, T2N R8W, Uinta Meridian.
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David Herron
85 West Main
Duchesne, Ut 84021
435-781-5218
daherron@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 8/9/2018