Upper Grande Ronde River Mine Tailings Restoration
Redistribute waste rock from dredge mining along 2 miles of the Upper Grande Ronde River and relocate approximately 1 mile of road to improve floodplain conditions.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
National Forest System Roads 5125 and 5138
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 06/15/2023 |
| Comment Period | 04/30/2025 |
| Objection Period Start | 08/13/2025 |
| Decision | 10/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
La Grande Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Wallowa-Whitman National Forest
Districts:
La Grande Ranger District
States:
Oregon
Counties:
Union
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Sarah Brandy
3502 Hwy. 30
La Grande, OR 97850
541-962-8590
sarah.brandy@usda.gov
Last Updated: 10/1/2025