BLM seeks initial input for Eagle Complex wild horse management
ELY, Nev. – The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public comments on proposed management of wild horses across three herd management areas collectively referred to as the Eagle Complex. The Caliente Field Office manages the Eagle area in Nevada and the Cedar City Field Office manages the Mount Elinor and Choke Cherry areas in Utah.
Current wild horse populations exceed the established appropriate management level of 145-265 for the complex. As of March 2026, there are an estimated 2,093 wild horses in the area. Chronic herd overpopulation damages habitats and can lead to starvation and thirst for the animals.
Additional information is available at the BLM National NEPA Register, where comments may be submitted through the “Participate Now” option (preferred). Comments may also be emailed to [email protected] or delivered to the BLM Caliente Field Office, Attn: Tyler Reese, 1400 Front Street, Caliente, NV 89008. The comment period will close May 21, 2026.
For more information, please contact BLM Wild Horse and Burro Specialist Tyler Reese at 775-251-5264 or [email protected].
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.