Conservation
BLM greenlights up to 50 new oil and gas wells in Utah
The Bureau of Land Management approved up to 50 additional wells on Utah public lands, a move that could affect hunting habitats.
Source: Bureau of Land Management · 2026-08-29
Source: Bureau of Land Management
The BLM announced it will permit up to 50 new oil and gas wells on its Utah lands, expanding the existing mineral estate. The agency says the project will follow standard environmental reviews, but hunters should watch for potential changes to access and wildlife patterns in affected areas.
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