🏞️Public Land Order No. 7965
Public Land Order No. 7965; National Defense Operating Area Withdrawal, Yuma County, AZ
Summary
This Order withdraws, subject to valid existing rights, approximately 203 acres of Federal lands from settlement, sale, location, and entry under the general land laws, including the United States mining laws, mineral leasing laws, and geothermal leasing laws, for a period of 3 years for use by the Department of the Navy for border security purposes. This withdrawal also transfers administrative jurisdiction of the lands to the Department of the Navy.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- Land Management Bureau
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The withdrawal of approximately 203 acres of Federal lands from settlement and sale for three years may impact business owners and executives involved in land use, mining, mineral leasing, and geothermal leasing in Yuma County, AZ. The transfer of jurisdiction to the Department of the Navy indicates potential operational or financial ramifications for those in affected industries.