Niobrara 3D Phase 1D Vibroseis Project

The Forest Service proposes to authorize Geokinetics USA, Inc. to conduct a 3D vibroseis operation on National Forest System lands of Pawnee National Grassland for the purposes of exploring for oil and gas.

Project Information

Expected Analysis Type
Decision Memo

Categorical Exclusion
Short-term (one year or less) mineral, energy, or geophysical investigations and their incidental support activities that may require cross-country travel by vehicles and equipment, construction of less than one mile of low standard road (Service Level D, FSH 7709.56), or use and minor repair of existing roads.

Special Authority
Not applicable / Other

Lead Management Unit
Pawnee Ranger District

Notice and Comment Regulation
Not Subject to Regulations

Project Purpose
Minerals and Geology

Project Activity
Minerals or geology plans of operations

Project Status

Current Status
Cancelled

Last Completed Milestone: Expected Analysis Type Change (09/21/2011)

Next Milestone: Implementation (est. 01/2012)

Last Updated: 12/19/2011