Star Crest Mine
Project Summary
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Location Summary:
Approximately three miles west of French Meadows reservoir, coordinates: 39.113584, -120.528263. Can be accessed from Robinson Flat Rd.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| NEPA Start Date | 7/13/2026 |
| Finding/Decision Date | 8/28/2026 |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Categorical Exclusion:
USGS 9.5B (516 DM 9); USGS 9.5G (516 DM 9); USGS 9.5H (516 DM 9); USGS 9.5I (516 DM 9); USGS 9.5K (516 DM 9); USGS 9.5P (516 DM 9)
Lead Management Unit:
American River Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Minerals and geology
Project Decision Information
Decision Signed Date: 8/28/2026
States:
California
Counties:
Placer
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Michelle Barry
c/o American River Ranger District
22830 Foresthill Rd
Foresthill, California 95631
707-980-1833
michelle.barry@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/28/2026