BLM Seeks Input on Utah Coal Lease Value and Mining Recovery
Published Date: 8/11/2025
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Summary
The Bureau of Land Management wants your thoughts on how much the coal in the Little Eccles lease in Emery County, Utah, is really worth and how much can be profitably mined. This affects local communities, coal companies, and anyone interested in land use and energy resources. Speak up soon—your comments could shape the lease’s future value and mining plans!
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BLM Coal Lease Review in Utah
If you live or run a business in Emery County, Utah, the Bureau of Land Management is asking for public comments on the fair market value (FMV) and maximum economic recovery (MER) of coal in the proposed Skyline Mine Little Eccles lease by application (LBA). Your comment could help shape the lease’s future value and mining plans under the Mining Leasing Act of 1920. The BLM is soliciting input specifically about FMV and MER for that coal resource.
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