The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) has issued a final decision to grant a major modification of Water Pollution Control Permit NEV0086018 to Nevada Gold Mines, LLC for its Twin Creeks Mine North Project. The permit covers the construction, operation, and closure of mining facilities in Humboldt County, Nevada. The NDEP determined that the operation will not degrade state waters and will protect public safety and health, citing compliance with Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 445A.350 through 445A.447.

This notice signifies the final approval of the permit modification. Nevada Gold Mines, LLC must adhere to the conditions outlined in the permit and associated fact sheet to maintain compliance. While no specific compliance deadline is mentioned for the permit issuance itself, ongoing operations must continuously meet the water pollution control standards established by the permit. Failure to comply with the permit terms could result in regulatory action by the NDEP.