Polaris Exploration Project
Project consists of the temporary construction of up to 25 miles of new and/or reconstruction of previously reclaimed roads; construction of 250 drill sites; exploration drilling activities, and reclamation of all proposed disturbances.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Located 18 miles south-southwest of Hawthorne, Nevada.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/18/2024 |
| Comment Period | 01/18/2024 |
| Objection Period Start | 07/18/2025 |
| Decision | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 04/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Bridgeport 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:
Bridgeport Ranger District
States:
Nevada
Counties:
Mineral
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Alana Basso
HC 62 Box 1000
Bridgeport, CA 93517
775-778-6129
Alana.Basso@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/18/2025