Announcements

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Wyoming, Wind River/Bighorn Basin DO
A person inspects oil and gas infrastructure left behind by an operator at an orphaned well location.

BLM invests in restoring abandoned wells in Wyoming

With funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the BLM will plug orphaned wells and restore public lands in Hot Springs, Park and Washakie counties.
New Mexico, Roswell FO
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BLM plans prescribed burn activities in Lincoln County

Beginning in August, the BLM plans to conduct prescribed fire operations at the Fort Stanton – Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area. The operations will continue through late September.
Idaho, Coeur d Alene DO
Smoke and flames from the Gwen Fire. Photo credit: Whitnee Haas, IDL.

BLM issues emergency closure at Mckay’s Bend Campground and Boat Launch due to wildfire

LEWISTON, Idaho—The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Cottonwood Field Office is temporarily closing some BLM-managed public lands in Nez Perce County, due to the risk of the nearby Gwen and River Fires. This closure is essential to ensure public and firefighter safety and to allow fire fighting crews to respond effectively. This closure will remain in effect until the risk of wildland fire subsides.
Idaho
Thunder fire in Lemhi County, Idaho

BLM issues emergency fire closure in Williams Lake area due to Thunder Fire

Salmon Field Office is temporarily closing BLM-managed public lands in Lemhi County, due to the risk of the nearby Thunder Fire.
Oregon-Washington, Northwest Oregon
water flowing near Hult Dam in Oregon

BLM proposes removal of Hult Dam to protect public safety

The BLM is announcing a proposal to remove Hult Dam in the interest of public safety. After years of analysis, public input, and planning, officials selected removal of the dam as its preferred alternative.
Colorado, Grand Junction FO
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BLM approves Little Book Cliffs Wild Horse Gather Management Plan

The Bureau of Land Management announced a new management plan for the Little Book Cliffs Wild Horse Range July 26, 2024.
California
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BLM proposes to extend land withdrawal to support U.S. Army operations in San Bernardino County

The BLM proposes to extend a public land withdrawal for continued military use and training at Fort Irwin National Training Center.
Wyoming
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BLM announces September 2024 oil and gas lease sale in Wyoming

The Bureau of Land Management Wyoming State Office today announced an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for September 25, 2024, to offer four oil and gas parcels totaling 159.38 acres in Wyoming.
Colorado
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BLM announces September 2024 oil and gas lease sale in Colorado

The Bureau of Land Management Colorado State Office today announced an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for Sept. 24, 2024, to offer one oil and gas parcel totaling 120 acres in Colorado.
Arizona, Phoenix DO
a brown, wooden sign with yellow letters reads Coconino National Forest

Oct. 16: BLM, Forest Service to hold public meeting on requested withdrawal for Oak Creek Canyon in the Coconino National Forest

The Bureau of Land Management is announcing a public meeting on a proposal from the U.S. Forest Service to protect more than 10,000 acres of land in the Coconino National Forest.
Idaho
Wilson Lake recreation area managed by the Shoshone Field Office

Shoshone Field Office seeks comment on proposed fees at campgrounds and boat ramps

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) seeks input during a 30-day public comment period on a proposed business plan to collect fees and improve the visitor experience at three recreation sites managed by the Shoshone Field Office.