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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Cottonwood Campground is now open with limited access

The Cottonwood Campground is now open to non-trailer vehicles and tent campers. No trailers are allowed access while the road remains closed in some sections.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rawlins FO
Wild horses roam on public lands in Wyoming during a 2018 gather.

BLM approves Rawlins Adobe Town wild horse gather plan

The Bureau of Land Management has approved plans for how the agency will manage the gather and removal of wild horses from the Adobe Town Herd Management Area in south-central Wyoming.
BLM National NEPA Register, Determination of NEPA Adequacy (DNAs)
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Kemmerer FO
Kemmerer Field Office

BLM issues decision for Westbound compression expansion project

The Bureau of Land Management has issued a decision record and finding of no significant impact based on the environmental assessment for the Westbound Compression Expansion Project located in Sweetwater, Uinta, and Lincoln counties.
Federal Register, BLM National NEPA Register
Wyoming, High Plains DO, Buffalo FO
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BLM seeking comments on proposed Quarter Circle 7 land exchange

BLM is seeking public comment on a preliminary environmental assessment for the proposed Quarter Circle 7 land exchange in northern Campbell County. The public comment period ends June 23.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rawlins FO
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BLM and partners work to control cheatgrass across High Desert District

BLM and partners work to control cheatgrass across the High Desert District. Cheatgrass spraying is planned to occur June 2 through August, depending on weather conditions.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rock Springs FO
Wild horses run through the Great Divide Basin in southwest Wyoming in October 2021

BLM issues decision record on Rock Springs wild horse gather and removal plan

The BLM has issued a decision record and finding of no significant impact for a multi-year wild horse gather beginning July 15, 2025.
BLM National NEPA Register, Comprehensive Animal Welfare Program, Adoption & Sales programs
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rawlins FO
Landscape view of a Bentonite mine in Hot Springs County in northwest Wyoming

BLM approves Greasewood Creek bentonite mine in Albany County

The Bureau of Land Management has approved the Greasewood Creek bentonite mine near Medicine Bow in Albany County. Wyoming bentonite comprises as much as 70 percent of the world's known supply and is used for industrial and consumer products including kitty litter, drilling mud, binder in foundry molds, and iron ore pelletizing.
BLM National NEPA Register - Greasewood Creek bentonite mine
Wyoming
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Filing of Plats of Survey, Wyoming

The BLM is scheduled to officially file plats of survey of the following described lands 30-calendar days after the date of this notice in the BLM Wyoming State Office, Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Filing of Plats of Survey, Wyoming
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Kemmerer FO
A landscape view of grass in Kemmerer, WY.

BLM authorizes Sweetwater carbon sequestration in southwest Wyoming

BLM approved a right-of-way for CO₂ storage in subsurface federal lands in southwest WY. The project spans 44,350 acres and involves no surface use. State and private lands are not included.
Sweetwater Carbon Storage Hub CO2 Sequestration
Wyoming
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Celebrating safely: fire prevention tips for Memorial Day weekend

Memorial Day weekend offers a great opportunity to enjoy Wyoming’s public lands with friends and family. As outdoor recreation increases, the Bureau of Land Management is reminding visitors to help prevent human-caused wildfires that threaten lives, property and precious resources every year.
Wyoming, High Desert DO
Prescribe fire burning brush in the high desert district

BLM High Desert District plans to conduct prescribed burns

The Bureau of Land Management’s High Desert District may conduct prescribed burns this spring on multiple lands managed by the Rawlins, Pinedale, and Kemmerer field offices. This is contingent upon fuel moisture and weather meeting the required prescribed burn conditions. The treatments will only be implemented if specified prescription parameters are present.

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