BLM seeks public input on road and parking area improvements at Painted Hand Pueblo
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DOLORES, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Tres Rios Field Office is seeking public input on a proposal to reroute a road and improve a parking area serving the Painted Hand Pueblo archaeological site, located off Montezuma County Road 10 in Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. Although accessible by foot, the area is currently closed to vehicle traffic.
The proposed project consists of widening and graveling a short section of existing BLM road, constructing less than a mile of new BLM road around private property, and upgrading a parking area to allow for year-round access, accommodate more vehicles, and enable large vehicles to turn around. Other proposed improvements include the addition of a restroom, picnic tables with shade, and interpretive signage, along with closing a short section of steep trail. A recent archaeological survey of the project area indicates that no historic properties would be impacted.
“We are interested in hearing from the community on the proposed improvements at Painted Hand Pueblo,” said Tres Rios Field Manager Connie Clementson. “These improvements would provide visitors with a safe and welcoming parking area, while protecting the values that make this cultural site special.”
Comments on the project must be received or postmarked by July 22, 2020. Additional information and a copy of the scoping notice are available on the BLM ePlanning website: https://eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2000100/510. Please provide written comments through the site or send to the BLM Tres Rios Field Office, Attn: Painted Hand Project, 29211 Highway 184, Dolores, CO 81323.
Before including your address, phone number, email address or other personal identifying information in your comment, be aware that your entire comment – including your personal identifying information – may be made publicly available at any time.
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The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.