Federal Register #2026-10798

BLM Announces Environmental Review for DeLamar Mine Project in Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Owyhee Field Office is announcing the start of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process for the proposed DeLamar Mine Project in Owyhee County, Idaho. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Interior Department, Owyhee Field Office - Project Proponent: - DeLamar Mining Company (subsidiary of Integra Resources) - Project Scope: - Expansion of two existing open pit mines - Construction of haul and access roads - Development of two heap leach facilities - Three development rock storage facilities - Additional ancillary facilities - Estimated 2,915 acres of disturbance over 19 years - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with NEPA, FLPMA, Clean Water Act, and state/county permits - Public and tribal consultation required - Focus on environmental impacts and alternatives - No procurement of goods or services is being solicited at this stage; this is a public notice for environmental review and comment only.

Description

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Owyhee Field Office in Marsing, Idaho, intends to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the effects of the proposed DeLamar Mine Project by DeLamar Mining Company in Owyhee County, Idaho. The project involves expanding two existing open pit mines, constructing haul and access roads, heap leach facilities, rock storage facilities, and ancillary facilities, with an estimated 2,915 total acres of disturbance over 19 years. The BLM is initiating the public scoping process to solicit comments on the scope of analysis, potential alternatives, and relevant information. Public comments are requested by June 29, 2026, and public meetings will be held to gather input.

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