BLM approves WREC right-of-way renewals in Elko County

Nevada
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ELKO, Nev. – The Bureau of Land Management completed a Categorical Exclusion for the renewal of 12 right-of-way grants for Wells Rural Electric Company powerlines located throughout the Elko District. The right-of-way grants would be renewed for an additional 30 years.

For more information, please visit the BLM National NEPA Register or contact BLM Realty Specialist Mandy Dimick at [email protected]or (775) 753-0212.


The BLM manages about 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.