Public Input & Actions

BLM publishes proposed and final rules in the Federal Register and carries out environmental reviews in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. Announcing and explaining bureau plans and proposals and providing the public an opportunity to comment on proposed actions is an important part of informed management. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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Wyoming, Wind River/Bighorn Basin DO, High Plains DO, High Desert DO

BLM urges public to use caution as elevated fire conditions develop across Wyoming

The Bureau of Land Management is urging residents and recreationists to exercise increased caution as elevated fire conditions develop across Wyoming, including the High Desert District, Wind River/Bighorn Basin District, and High Plains District.
Nevada, Southern Nevada DO

BLM announces new self-service fee kiosks at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

BLM introduces self-service kiosks for pedestrian day‑use fees and a dedicated rideshare zone to reduce congestion near the fee station, increasing safety and accessibility for visitors without personal vehicles.
Utah, Green River DO, Price FO, Vernal FO

Parking improvements approved at Bellevue Flat; Energy development authorized in Uintah and Duchesne Counties

The BLM has authorized parking improvements at Bellevue Flat Trailhead and approved three energy projects including the Loafer, Skoufos North, and Cora oil and gas wells across Uintah and Duchesne counties.
Idaho, Coeur d Alene DO, Coeur d Alene FO

BLM updates Silver Valley Motorized Route Designations map in north Idaho

BLM updates Silver Valley Motorized Route Designations map in north Idaho
Nevada

BLM approves Minnie Pit gold mine modification

Additional depth is estimated to produce 4,000 ounces of gold.
Nevada

BLM approves modification of mine boundary

These modifications transfer 798 acres to the Robertson Mine.
Montana-Dakotas

BLM plans prescribed burns near Clark Canyon and Melrose

The Bureau of Land Management’s Dillon Field Office plans to conduct prescribed burns on about 4,000 acres in the Clark Canyon and Melrose areas after recent moisture created favorable burning conditions.
Montana-Dakotas

BLM to relocate Clark’s Bay Host Site to safeguard drinking water source

The Bureau of Land Management Butte Field Office signed a decision to relocate the volunteer host site at Clark’s Bay Day Use Area.
Arizona, Colorado River DO, Lake Havasu FO

BLM prescribed burning planned near Parker

The Colorado River District is planning prescribed burning operations periodically between March 17 and March 31, 2026, as weather and conditions allow, near Parker in Arizona.
California

BLM to conduct prescribed fire in the ‘Inimim Forest in Nevada County

The Bureau of Land Management plans to conduct prescribed fire operations in the ‘Inimim Forest located east of North Columbia in Nevada County. Mechanical pile burn operations are scheduled to start on Monday, March 16, and may continue through June. Timing of the burn operations will depend on weather conditions, air quality, resource availability and onsite observations.
Idaho, Coeur d Alene DO, Coeur d Alene FO

BLM temporarily closes recreation parking sites for improvement projects in north Idaho

BLM temporarily closes recreation parking sites for improvement projects