BLM-MT, Zortman/Landusky Water Treatment and Reclamation, State Office

The objective of this project is to continue treating contaminated water at the Zortman/Landusky abandoned mine sites. Removal of the heavy metals and other contaminants by water treatment protects the public and Native American tribes water resources and consequently the public health and environment. Specific Objectives for this project include: l ) the interception and retention of all contaminated seepage and runoff from the mine sites which would otherwise cause the pollution of local streams and associated aquifers; 2) Treatment and discharge of all intercepted waters with the goal of compliance with all Montana water quality standards and other requirements listed in Appendix 4 of BLM's September 2006 Engineering Evaluation /Cost Analysis (EE/CA) for Water Management at the Zortman and Landusky Mines; 3) Reduction of contaminated water 4) Reduction in the volume of water requiring treatment annually. Public Benefit: Members of the public and adjacent Native American Tribes who live near the Zortman/Landusky mine use the land and water resources for supplies, agriculture and recreation. The projected water treatment will improve water quality and will result in the protection of public health and the environment.Version: Synopsis 3Modification Comments: The purpose of this Amendment is to change the estimated total program funding and award ceiling to $400,000.
Source: Grants.gov - Category: Research Tags: Environment Source Type: funding