Government Protects Land It Doesn't Own From Future Mining
Published Date: 1/7/2025
Notice
Summary
Starting January 7, 2025, the government is protecting three fun outdoor spots in Douglas County, Oregon, by stopping mining claims on about 104 acres of public land for 20 years. This keeps the parks safe and enjoyable without affecting mineral leasing. If the government buys nearby lands, those will get the same protection too, making sure these recreation areas stay awesome for everyone.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Mining Claims Blocked on 103.92 Acres
Starting January 7, 2025, about 103.92 acres of BLM public land in Douglas County, Oregon are withdrawn from location and entry under the United States mining laws for 20 years. This means people or businesses cannot stake new mining claims on those acres during the withdrawal, though mineral and geothermal leasing remains allowed.
Three Recreation Sites Protected for 20 Years
The order protects Island Creek Recreation Area, Iron Mountain Recreation Area, and Olalla-Thompson Day Use Recreation Area in Douglas County, Oregon starting January 7, 2025 for 20 years. The total areas described, including public and non-Federal lands and subsurface interests, aggregate 163.62 acres; if the United States later acquires the listed non-Federal lands or mineral interests, those areas will receive the same protection.
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