Silver Mines Recreation Area Hazard Mitigations
This project will permananently close three abandoned mine entrances in the Silver Mines Reacreation to maintain bat habitat while protecting public safety. The gate closures will be constructed to allow entry to bats.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The mine entrances to be closed are in the Silver Mines Recreation Area on the Fredericktown Unit.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/04/2014 |
| Decision | 05/2015 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2015 (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:
Potosi / Fredericktown Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Heritage Resource Management; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Developed Site Management; Species Habitat Improvements; Heritage Resource Management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Silver Mines Recreation Area Hazard Mitigations
Decision Signed Date: 05/22/2015
Forests:
Mark Twain National Forest
Districts:
Potosi / Fredericktown Ranger District
States:
Missouri
Counties:
Madison
Legal Land Description:
Township 33 North, Range 5 East, Section 12
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Daniel Jordan
P.O. Box 188
Potosi, MO 63664
936-655-2299
ddjordan@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 5/26/2015