Muncy Creek Mineral Exploration Project
The project proposes locatable minerals exploration drilling from approximately 6 drill sites within the Project Area. Subsequent phases could include up to an additional 9 drill sites. Total project disturbance would not exceed 15 acres on NFS lands
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Project is located approximately 30 miles northeast of Ely, Nevada, within Township 20 North, Range 66 East, in portions of sections 8, 9 and 16, MDBM, White Pine County.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 06/24/2022 |
| Comment Period | 06/24/2022 |
| Objection Period Start | 10/24/2025 |
| Decision | 02/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 04/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Ely 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:
In Progress
Forests:
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
Districts:
Ely Ranger District
States:
Nevada
Counties:
White Pine
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Erin Levesque
825 Avenue East
Ely, NV 89301
775-289-3031
Erin.Levesque@usda.gov
Last Updated: 10/24/2025