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BLM to Install Route Signs in Vulture Peak Area

BLMSedona AZ (December 9, 2015) – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Hassayampa Field Office is currently installing route signs on public lands south of Wickenburg, Arizona, in the Vulture-Peak area, between Gates Road and Vulture Mine Road. This project is part of ongoing efforts for implementation of the Wickenburg Community Travel Management Plan, which was signed by the BLM in March 2014.

Brown fiberglass signs will be used to mark routes designated as open for vehicular travel. All vehicles must remain on open routes, which will be assigned and identified by a four digit number ranging from 9050 to 9100. This project is expected to be completed within a six month timeframe.

Volunteers are sought to assist with the signing project and are encouraged to contact BLM Natural Resource Specialist Tom Bickauskas at (623) 580-5502.

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