Auxer Mine Exploration Drill Project
Two temporary drill pads would be constructed to delineate a known mineral deposit. Drill pads would be 50' X 50' and would each include a 10'x10'x5' sump. The Auxer Mine portal would also be reestablished to facilitate future underground work.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Located along Forest Service Trail 2240 in the Auxor Basin.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/01/2020 |
| Comment Period | 02/28/2020 |
| Decision | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2025 (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:
Sandpoint Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Auxer Exploratory Drill Project
Decision Signed Date: 06/30/2025
Forests:
Idaho Panhandle National Forest
Districts:
Sandpoint Ranger District
States:
Idaho
Counties:
Bonner
Legal Land Description:
T57N, R2E, Section 20, BM
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Bennett Thomas
1602 Ontario Street
Sandpoint, ID 83864
208-765-7258
Bennett.Thomas@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/15/2025