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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Utah, Canyon Country DO, Moab FO

BLM Authorizes Three Utah Locations for Commercial Technical Rescue Classes

The BLM issued an environmental assessment and decision record that authorizes use of three locations (Cable Arch Area, Kane Creek Rim, and Monitor and Merrimac Viewpoint) for commercial technical rescue classes.
Utah, Canyon Country DO, Monticello FO

BLM Authorizes Modification and Extension of Ruin Canyon Fence in San Juan County

The BLM authorizes the modification and extension of the existing Ruin Canyon Fence to a cliff line to provide a more reliable barrier to cattle, and to protect riparian and cultural resources.
Utah

BLM Signs Decision Record for 2026 Second Quarter Oil and Gas Lease Sale

The Bureau of Land Management Utah State Office has issued an Environmental Assessment, Finding of No Significant Impact, and Decision Record for the 2026 second quarter oil and gas lease sale.
Canyon Country DO, Monticello FO

BLM Approves Temporary Permit for Cabin in Trespass in San Juan County

The BLM issued a categorical exclusion and decision record to issue a one-time land use permit through December 31, 2028, for the removal of a cabin in trespass on BLM-managed lands in the Monticello Field Office.
Green River DO, Price FO

BLM Approves Sale of 157 Public Acres to Ferron City for Millsite Golf Course

The BLM approved a direct land sale at fair market value of the Millsite Golf Course to Ferron City, which has leased the 157-acre property since 1985 through the Recreation and Public Purposes Act.
Utah, Color Country DO, St George FO

BLM Approves Three Groundwater Study Wells Near Gunlock State Park

The BLM St. George Field office has approved three groundwater study wells near Gunlock State Park in Washington County.
Utah, Green River DO, Price FO

BLM Seeks Input for Proposed Herd Management Updates at Muddy Creek

The BLM is seeking public comments on an environmental assessment that proposes new wild horse management in the 283,400-acre Muddy Creek herd management area near Emery in Emery County.
Utah, Green River DO, Vernal FO

BLM Approves Up To 10 New Oil and Gas Wells in Northeast Utah

The BLM Vernal Field Office has approved Scout Energy Management, LLC, to drill up to six oil wells at the Reno 1 well pad and Anschutz Exploration Corp. to drill up to four gas wells at the Moraine Well Pad.
Utah, Color Country DO, St George FO

BLM Offers Flag Stone Near Virgin at $40 Per Ton or $80 Per Pallet

The BLM announces the July 8 opening of the Stacked Stone Depot community pit, located on Sheep Bridge Road approximately 1 mile south of State Route 9 near Virgin in Washington County, Utah.
National Office, Green River DO, Vernal FO

BLM Authorizes Oil Wells in Uinta County

The BLM approved six Applications for Permit from Uinta Wax Operating LLC to drill oil wells south of Roosevelt, Utah.
Vernal FO

BLM Approves Two New Day Use Areas at John Wesley Powell NCA

The BLM Vernal Field Office approved two new day use areas with kiosks, parking areas, and shade structures in the John Wesley Powell National Conservation Area.