Contact Station Damaged at Sloan Canyon, Tips Sought
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Las Vegas – The Bureau of Land Management visitor contact station at the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area was vandalized on the night of June 13. Windows were shattered, siding damaged by rocks and a temporary restroom was overturned.
Although plywood covers the broken panels in the front door and an additional window, the restroom has been righted and the visitor contact station will reopen for use on June 17 at 8 a.m.
“We are disappointed that this vandalism disregarded the pride and enthusiasm of Southern Nevadans for Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area,” said Robbie McAboy, National Conservation Area Manager. “This contact station represents a better experience for visitors and the gateway community of Henderson and we will not let this damage the enjoyment of those who visit the unique scenic and geologic features and extraordinary cultural resources of the area."
Cost to repair the damage and timeline for repairs is not yet complete. The visitor contact station opened on May 20 and is staffed by BLM employees and Friends of Sloan Canyon volunteers, Friday – Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through the summer. On October 1, the contact station will be open daily.
BLM Law Enforcement is actively investigating the crime. Those with information about the crime should call 1-800-521-6501. Tips can remain anonymous. A conviction for violating 18 USC 1361 (willful depredation against any property of the United States) may lead to a fine in excess of $500 and 10 years in jail.
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.