This Draft EIS analyzes the potential impacts associated with a proposal by Oil-Dri Corporation of Nevada to construct and operate an open-pit clay mine and ore processing facility approximately 10 miles north of Reno, Nevada. The Proposed Action includes construction of two open-pits; construction of haul and access roads; temporary stockpiling of overburden and growth medium; partial backfilling of open-pits; construction and operation of an ore processing facility; haulage of product to market areas; and reclamation of disturbed areas. Alternatives to the Proposed Action are analyzed in the EIS. The Agency Preferred Alternative is Alternative C - Chickadee Drive Access Route. Route.