The Forest proposes to approve a Plan of Operations for short-term exploratory drilling to determine the presence of mineralization. If approved, the proponent would be authorized to drill up to 12 exploratory holes to depths of up to 100 feet.
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
Nogales Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose
Special use management
Project Activity
Special use authorizations
Project Status
Current Status
Analysis Completed
Project Milestones
All planning milestones have been completed.
Project Decision Information
Plan of Operation, Hellix Ventures, Margarita Tank Exploratory Drilling
Decision Signed Date
2011-10-28
Last Updated: 3/19/2012