BLM approves mineral exploration in Inyo County

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BLM approves mineral exploration in Inyo County

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RIDGECREST, Calif. - The BLM has approved exploratory drilling at 22 sites totaling approximately half an acre of public lands within a 2,424-acre block of existing mining claims on public lands south of Lone Pine in Inyo County, Calif.

The decision allows Mojave Precious Metals Inc. to modify its existing plan of operations to drill exploratory boreholes on public lands where the company holds mining claims. The project would gather data on known mineral deposits, including gold, to assess the potential for future mining operations. The area is designated as open to mineral exploration.

The project supports President Trump's Executive Order 14241, "Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production," to boost domestic mineral production, reduce U.S. reliance on foreign minerals, and create jobs.

The record of decision and other documents are available at the BLM National NEPA Register.

The BLM manages about 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.