The Green River below Flaming Gorge Dam is a fantastic trout fishery that could be at risk if Utah succeeds in having BLM land transferred to state control. (Photo courtesy of the BLM)
September 05, 2024
By Fly Fisherman Staff
A new lawsuit filed by Utah officials seeks to transfer 18.5 million acres of public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) into state control. This land includes sections of prized fisheries such as the Green River below Flaming Gorge Dam, the Provo River and the Weber River.
Under state management, there could be increased pressure for development, resource extraction, and restricted access, which could negatively impact these important waters, limiting both the quality and accessibility of the fishing in Utah.
BLM managers have long been focused on balancing the needs of wildlife habitat preservation, recreational use, and resource management. By...
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