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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Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO

BLM Colorado reopens public lands north of Highway 141 near Gateway

Wednesday, the Bureau of Land Management issued a public land closure order to reopen some public lands in Mesa County that were closed because of the Wright Draw Fire.
Oregon-Washington

BLM issues decision record for Prince Butte timber sale

The Bureau of Land Management Swiftwater Field Office has issued a decision record for the Prince Butte timber sale from the Blue and Gold Environmental Assessment.
Oregon-Washington

BLM issues decision on the White House Community Rock Pit project

The Bureau of Land Management Marys Peak Field Office has issued a decision record for a categorical exclusion to dispose of up to 50,000 cubic yards of mineral material within the White House community rock pit.
Oregon-Washington

Doerner Fir Tree Fire Update Aug. 20, 2025

Fire officials continue to monitor the fire on the Doerner Fir tree today and explore options to extinguish remaining hot spots high on the tree’s trunk.
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO, Arizona Strip FO

Wildfire Fact Sheet – One Way Fire

Discovered late afternoon on August 19 by the Arizona Strip District while checking a remote lookout camera, the fire is likely a hold over from recent lightning activity. 
Oregon-Washington

Lakeview Field Office issues decision on Warner Wetlands Prescribed Fire

The Lakeview Field Office has issued a decision record for a Determination of NEPA Adequacy document to conduct prescribed burning operations on up to 3,100 acres of land within the Warner Wetlands to improve wetland habitat.
Colorado, Upper Colorado River DO

BLM issues land closure in Garfield and Eagle Counties for firefighting activities

Today, BLM issued an order closing BLM-managed public lands in Garfield and Eagle Counties because of the Derby Fire. BLM issued the emergency closure to keep the public and firefighters safe.
Arizona, Arizona Strip DO, Arizona Strip FO

BLM announces rescission of closures related to the Dragon Bravo Fire

The Arizona Strip District is rescinding the fire closure order south of the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument due to decreased fire threats and activities related to the Dragon Bravo Fire.
Colorado

BLM Colorado modifies land closure in Rio Blanco County

The BLM is reopening a portion of public lands in Rio Blanco County while keeping other identified lands closed due to recent activity on the Lee Fire.
Nevada

BLM Nevada issues closure order for Wilson Reservoir Campground and Access Road 1094

For the safety of the public and firefighters, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is temporarily closing the Wilson Reservoir Recreation Area Campground and BLM Road 1094. The closure is in response to increased fire activity from the Cottonwood Peak Fire.
Idaho

BLM accepting nominations for geothermal development in Idaho

The BLM is accepting nominations of Idaho public lands for competitive geothermal leasing for the geothermal lease sale tentatively scheduled for October 2026. All nominations must be received by Oct. 1, 2025. Nominations received after this deadline will be processed for a future lease sale.