The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality will hold an informal open house to learn about the project findings and next steps for the Abandoned Mining Wastes Project.
The focus of the project is the mining-era chemical containers and residues historically discarded in or near Torch Lake.
Work to date has included a review of historic studies, on-land and in-lake investigative activities, and a series of remedial actions.
Representatives from the DEQ and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will be at the open house to provide information and answer questions regarding the project.
Project area maps, photographs, and information on completed and planned activities at the Lake Linden Recreation Area, Calumet & Hecla Mineral Building in Hubbell, and the Quincy Mining Company Mason Operation Area will be available.
The open house will take place at the Lake Linden-Hubbell High School Auditorium on June 20th from 4:00-7:00pm.