As the Burrus adit workings are over 50 years old we will not be able to do additional work there until the cultural resources study is completed and approved. However, we believe that we will be able to gain permission to begin work to open the lower adit to 10' by 10' as its workings were originally driven in 1959-1960. Work on the full safety program will continue as the need arises and time allows. We hope that some day this might make a nice masters thesis for someone particularly interested in underground mine safety. Although we hope to accomplish all we have planned for the year, we will not be upset if we don't realize everything.
Progress is the goal.
Goal 1997 Goal Finish fencing and posting all shafts and dangerous on the property. X Gate all roads onto property and install sufficient fencing to establish reasonable security. X Apply for and obtain County Special Use Permit. X Finish full safety program. X Plan lower adit portal for 10' x 10' entry.