The BLM announces public comment period for proposed Mosaic Potash operations brine management system project
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CARLSBAD, N.M. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Carlsbad Field Office is announcing a 30-day public comment period beginning June 21, 2021, on the environmental assessment (EA) for the Mosaic Potash Carlsbad, Inc.’s proposed tailings management system in Eddy County, N.M.
The BLM received an application to modify the proponent’s mine plan of operations on Federal lands for the proposed tailings management system. The modification request includes an interest in utilizing the Laguna Uno as a secondary settling area on an increased basis to assist in clarifying the brine tailings discharge.
“Review and comment periods provide an opportunity for the public to inform the BLM of any concerns they have regarding a proposed project,” said acting BLM Carlsbad Field Manager Dave Evans. “Please keep in mind that substantive, factual-based comments are the most helpful.”
The draft EA and additional project details are available online at: https://eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2000334/510. Comments can be submitted via ePlanning or by mail to BLM Carlsbad Field Office, Attn: Robert Salaz, 620 E. Greene St., Carlsbad, NM 88220. The comment period closes on July 23, 2021.
For additional information, please contact Carlsbad Field Office Project Lead Robert Salaz at 575-234-5918 or rsalaz@blm.gov.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.