ELKO, Nev. - The recent snow melt and rain has damaged roads within the BLM Elko District. Visitors driving on public land should use caution and be aware of road conditions. Report road damage and washouts on BLM managed public land to the BLM District office or call the front desk at 775-753-0200.
“If you encounter a road issue, having Long/Lat or UTM data will allow us to quickly verify the responsible party for maintaining the road," said Teresa Miskowic, Assistant District Manager, Support Services.
Most compass apps on a smart phone will allow users to obtain Long/Lat or UTM data; additionally some vehicle GPS devices provide this function as well. With location data the BLM Elko District office can assist in determining who is responsible for the road maintenance, BLM, County, or the Right-of-Way Grant Holder.
“It will take time to fix and repair all roads," said Miskowic. “We do prioritize our repairs and try to consider what users are most affected by road damage when making those decisions."
If a damaged road is a primary route or causes major disruption please call or stop by the BLM Elko District office so we can assist you. If you are exploring alternative ways for accessing your property, do not cut any BLM fences or locks on gates.
If you have a Right-of-Way Grant be sure to check your grant, the ROW holder may be responsible for maintaining the road. Most ROW Grants require the holder of the grant to maintain sections of the road within a ROW Grant.
The BLM Elko District has several Community Gravel pits for public use located throughout the district. Permits can be obtained at the office and prices range from $.84 to $1.05 a yard.
Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
