BLM seeks input on proposed infrastructure for Project West Trona Mine in Southwest Wyoming
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KEMMERER, Wyo. – The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comment on the environmental assessment of proposed pipelines, powerlines, and transportation routes associated with the proposed Project West Trona Mine, which would be on private lands near Green River in Sweetwater County. Trona is a mineral used to make soda ash, an essential raw material in baking soda, glass, chemicals, detergents, and other important industrial products, including the production of lithium-ion batteries.
If approved, West Soda LLC would be authorized to construct and operate access roads, a rail spur, two power lines, and three pipelines (for water, natural gas, and brine) on 2,809 acres of public lands to support subsurface solution mining. West Soda LLC must obtain all federal, state, and local permits and approvals before construction begins.
Additional information and maps are available for review at the BLM National NEPA Register, where written comments may be submitted through the “Participate Now” option. The public comment period will close July 31, 2024.
For more information, please contact blm_wy_912@blm.gov or call 307-775-6328.
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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.