Public Input & Actions

BLM publishes proposed and final rules in the Federal Register and carries out environmental reviews in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. Announcing and explaining bureau plans and proposals and providing the public an opportunity to comment on proposed actions is an important part of informed management. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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Wyoming, Wind River/Bighorn Basin DO, Lander FO
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Road access in Crooks Mountain impassable due to heavy rains

The BLM Lander Field Office is advising the public that the Crooks Mountain Road, specifically the south-east side of Crooks Mountain in Fremont County, is impassable due to heavy rains.
Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO, Grand Junction FO
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14 miles of routes open to all modes of travel in Garfield County

The BLM Grand Junction Field Office Manager opened 14 miles of BLM-managed routes in Garfield County in the vicinity of Garfield County Road 200 from administrative use only to open to all modes of travel.
Southwest DO
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Tres Rios Field Office plans multiple prescribed burns for fall 2025

The Tres Rios field office will be initiating fall prescribed burns between September and October. The prescribed burns will take place along the West Rim of the Dolores River and northwest of Bayfield.
National Office, Colorado, Montana-Dakotas, New Mexico
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BLM advances environmental assessments for challenged oil and gas leases

BLM is moving forward with supplemental environmental assessments for litigated oil and gas leases in seven states, stemming from legal challenges brought by WildEarth Guardians and other plaintiffs between 2016-2021. 
Oregon-Washington
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Bureau of Land Management decreasing wildfire risk, improving public safety

To reduce the risk of wildland fire and pursue public and firefighter safety, the Bureau of Land Management has approved three timber sales in the Applegate Valley.
Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO, Grand Junction FO
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BLM Colorado reopens some public lands closed for public, firefighter safety

BLM will reopen some public lands in Mesa County after the Turner Gulch wildfire prompted land closures. Some areas remain closed to keep the public, firefighters safe while crews continue to work in the area.
Oregon-Washington
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BLM campgrounds shift to off-season

While all Bureau of Land Management’s campgrounds in the Klamath Falls Field Office remain open year-round, both the Gerber Recreation Area and Topsy Campground will transition to off-season operations.
Colorado
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BLM Kremmling Field Office ends Stage 2 fire restriction and implements of Stage 1 fire restrictions

Due to moderation of fire conditions throughout Northwest Colorado, Stage 2 fire restrictions are lifted effective September 11, 2025. Stage 1 fire restrictions are now in effect.
Oregon-Washington
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BLM officials update fire restrictions, road closure

Bureau of Land Management officials in the Medford District announce the adjustment of the fire restrictions and road closure.
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO
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BLM to repair Cow Island Road culvert; temporary closure scheduled

Access will be limited on a portion of Cow Island Road just west of Cow Creek in south Blaine County, Montana, beginning Sept. 29 as contractors work to replace a damaged 3-foot-diameter culvert running under the road.
Oregon-Washington
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BLM issues decision on Nelson Creek Culvert Project

The BLM Northwest Oregon District Upper Willamette Field Office has issued a decision record to replace a culvert on Nelson Creek, which will restore aquatic habitat and vehicular access to over 100 acres of public lands.

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