BLM Extends Comment Period on Northwest Travel Management Plan
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CRAIG, Colo - The Bureau of Land Management Little Snake Field Office is extending the public comment period on routes for a proposed Travel Management Plan on BLM-managed land in Moffat County.
“Getting a good handle on our constituents’ perspective on travel management is integral for us to make an informed decision,” said Dario Archuleta, outdoor recreation planner for the BLM Little Snake Field Office. “We want to know what routes are important to them and ensure access to the special places they like to visit.”
BLM completed evaluations on approximately 960 miles of routes and trails north of Craig in Hiawatha, Vermillion Basin, Sand Wash and Little Bears Ears. Following an open house meeting on June 23 to discuss alternatives for route designations in these areas, the BLM originally scheduled to conclude the public comment period on July 22. The new deadline for public comments is Aug. 5.
After this process, the BLM will select a preferred alternative and make a decision on a travel network to accommodate multiple uses. Maps outlining travel routes are available at the BLM office in Craig and online at:
http://www.blm.gov/co/st/en/fo/lsfo/plans/travel___transportation.html.
Written comments may be mailed to the BLM Little Snake Field Office, ATTN: Travel Management, 455 Emerson Street, Craig, CO 81625 or emailed todarchule@blm.gov. Written comments will be most helpful to the BLM if received by Aug. 5, 2016.
Before including your address, phone number, e-mail address or any other personal identifying information in your comment, you should be aware that your entire comment, including personal identifying information, may be made publicly available at any time. While individuals may request the BLM to withhold personal identifying information from public view, the BLM cannot guarantee it will be able to do so.
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.