Alaska Online Public Notices #F20266821

Alaska DNR reviews placer mining and reclamation permit for Glacier Creek, Fairhaven Mining District

This opportunity involves the Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reviewing a permit application for mechanical placer mining and reclamation at Glacier Creek in the Fairhaven Mining District. - Government Buyer: - Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land and Water - Equipment and OEMs: - CASE W14 Wheel Loader (OEM: CASE) - FIAT Allis FD7 Bulldozer (OEM: FIAT Allis) - Polaris 4-Wheeler (OEM: Polaris) - Home-built wash plant (no OEM specified) - Products/Services Requested: - Mechanical placer mining operations - Site reclamation in compliance with Alaska Statute 27.19 - Water use authorization (impoundment, withdrawal, diversion) - Spill prevention and response for petroleum storage - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with reclamation and bonding regulations - Public comment period prior to permit adjudication - Mining claims located in specific sections of the Kateel River Meridian - Annual reclamation and bonding obligations - No specific part numbers for most equipment; quantities are one each for listed machinery - No contract vehicle or administrative details included - Public input is requested before permit issuance

Description

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources has received a Multi-Agency Application for Permits to Mine in Alaska (APMA) for placer mining and reclamation in the Fairhaven Mining District near Candle. The project involves mechanical placer mining activities at Glacier Creek with proposed dates of use from the date of authorization issuance until December 31, 2028, unless extended. The notice invites public comments on the proposed activity and provides contact information for submitting comments. Additional resources and attachments related to the mining permits and application packet are available for review.

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