Consent for Geothermal Leasing
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) received nominations of National Forest System lands to be considered for a future, competitive geothermal lease sale. The Forest Service is considering whether to consent to the BLM to lease these lands.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
South-east corner of the Clackamas River Ranger District
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/16/2025 |
| Comment Period | 04/16/2025 |
| Objection Period Start | 08/20/2025 |
| Decision | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 12/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Clackamas River Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Minerals And Geology
Project Activity:
Geothermal
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Mt. Hood National Forest
Districts:
Clackamas River Ranger District
States:
Oregon
Counties:
Marion
Legal Land Description:
T8S, R7E, Willamette Meridian, Sections 23-26 and 35-36; T9S, R7E, Willamette Meridian, Sections 1-2
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Michelle Lombardo
595 NW Industrial Way
Estacada, OR 97023
503-668-1796
michelle.lombardo@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/20/2025