Bureau of Reclamation
Bureau of Reclamation's Categorical Exclusions (opens in new tab)Categorical Exclusion
B. Planning Activities.
Exclusion Text
(3) *Data collection studies that involve test excavations for cultural resources investigations or test pitting, drilling, or seismic investigations for geologic exploration purposes where the impacts will be localized.
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