Keewaydin (Pulsar) Seismic Proposal Lines 2503, 2504, 2505 and 3D Exploration
Keewaydin Resource, Inc. submitted Special Uses Permit (SUP) proposals seeking access over National Forest System (NFS) lands to conduct an indirect geophysical exploration to better understand the extent of the underground helium reservoir.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project area for Lines 2503, 2504, 2505 and the 3D are located on the Kawishiwi Ranger District, approximately 13,000 acres. Access will occur via overland tracks during frozen conditions.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/28/2025 |
| Decision | 10/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 02/2026 (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:
Kawishiwi Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
In Progress
Project Decision Information
Keewaydin (Pulsar) Seismic Proposal Lines 2503, 2504, 2505 and 3D Exploration
Decision Signed Date: 10/20/2025
Forests:
Superior National Forest
Districts:
Kawishiwi Ranger District
States:
Minnesota
Counties:
St. Louis
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Trevor Peck
1393 Highway 169
Ely, MN 55731
801-823-5138
Trevor.Peck@usda.gov
Last Updated: 10/21/2025