Mineral Creek to be focus of extensive watershed study
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Facing extreme pressure in recent years, waterway near Silverton will be examined
Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021 5:03 AM
Mineral Creek to be focus of extensive watershed study Mineral Creek, a popular place for outdoor recreation, will be the focal point of a watershed assessment conducted by the U.S. Forest Service this summer. Courtesy of Ray Dileo
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The U.S. Forest Service this summer will launch an extensive study of the Mineral Creek watershed west of Silverton, an area that has been bombarded in recent years with campers and hikers headed up the Ice Lakes Trail.
EPA to drill into mine west of Silverton at risk of blowout
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Agency says it wants to prevent future unplanned releases
Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021 5:03 AM The Bandora Mine, about 9 miles west of Silverton, has been considered at risk of a blowout for years. The Environmental Protection Agency this summer will attempt to clear the pile of rock and dirt holding back water at the mine’s entrance. Courtesy of Ray Dileo
EPA to drill into mine west of Silverton at risk of blowout The Bandora Mine, about 9 miles west of Silverton, has been considered at risk of a blowout for years. The Environmental Protection Agency this summer will attempt to clear the pile of rock and dirt holding back water at the mine’s entrance.