Persistence Mine Reclamation Plan

The Persistence Mine Reclamation Plan is a project approved by the San Bernardino County Planning Commission on September 18, 2025, to reclaim 126 total acres of land located approximately 6.3 miles south of Johannesburg on SR 395 in California. The scope of work involves the reclamation of two non-contiguous mining pits, consisting of an 85-acre Eastern Pit and a 41-acre Western Pit. The project is classified under NAICS code 541620 and requires compliance with the Public Resources Code and a Plan of Operation mining permit approved by the Bureau of Land Management. Environmental compliance has been established through the California Environmental Quality Act, with a Negative Declaration confirming that no significant environmental effects were found and no mitigation measures or monitoring plans were required. The project is managed by San Bernardino County, with Derek Newland serving as the primary planner and Sean Tucker as the project applicant. Final environmental documentation is available through the state clearinghouse under number 202507043.