The Bureau of Land Management announces public scoping period for proposed Mosaic tailings management system project
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CARLSBAD, N.M. – In keeping with the Bureau of Land Management’s commitment to being a good neighbor while responsibly developing our natural resources, the Carlsbad Field Office is initiating a 30-day public scoping period beginning July 29, 2020 to gather input regarding the preparation of an Environmental Assessment (EA) for Mosaic Potash Carlsbad, Inc.’s proposed tailings management system in Eddy County, New Mexico. The BLM received an application for a modification to Mosaic’s mine plan of operations on Federal lands for the proposed tailings management system. Mosaic has requested an amendment to their approved mine and reclamation plan.
“The BLM invites participation in the public scoping process. Scoping allows the public an opportunity to inform the BLM of the issues and concerns they have regarding a project, including what they believe should be addressed within an EA,” said acting BLM Carlsbad Field Manager Dave Evans. “Please keep in mind when providing comments, that those concerning the proposed action, alternatives, and identification of environmental issues are most helpful.”
Additional details about the project, including a description of the proposed project elements and preliminary environmental issues, are available on the BLM National NEPA register. The BLM will accept comments until Aug. 28, 2020. The public can submit comments to the BLM via the following methods:
- Online: https://eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2000334/510
- Mail: BLM Carlsbad Field Office, Attn: Robert Salaz, 620 E. Greene St., Carlsbad, NM 88220.
- Hand delivery: Carlsbad Field Office, 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
To ensure universal accessibility, a copy of the project information available on ePlanning can be provided via the U.S. Postal Service upon request to the Carlsbad Field Office. For more information or to request a copy of additional project 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.