BLM issues decision for fuels treatment around Gold Springs Historic Cabin Site

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BLM issues decision for fuels treatment around Gold Springs Historic Cabin Site

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CEDAR CITY, UT - The Bureau of Land Management today issued a final decision for the Gold Springs Historic Property Protection Environmental Assessment. The project will stabilize and restore the Gold Springs historic mining townsite as well as conduct hazardous fuels treatments throughout the area mitigate potential fire hazards, further protecting the Gold Springs Mining District.

"Creating defensible space around the historic structures while also managing vegetation encroachment ensures the area is available for the public to learn more about this unique piece of Utah history," said Cedar City Field Office Manager, Jacqueline Russell.

Along with stabilizing standing structures and completing a feasibility study to determine rehabilitation actions and costs, the project will remove hazardous fuels surrounding standing and toppled structures within the townsite. The project will also reduce fuel loading by completing approximately 450 acres of vegetation treatments within the 1,176-acre footprint.

Implementation of these actions is expected to begin Fall 2026.

For more information about the project, visit the BLM National NEPA Register.

The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America's public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.