Resources & References

Official Bureau of Land Management portal for mining claim information, regulations, and filing procedures.

The foundational federal law governing mining claims on public lands. Essential reading for understanding claim rights.

Complete CFR Title 43 covering public lands, including mining claim regulations and requirements.

Access land status records, mineral use authorizations, and claim data through the BLM LR2000 system.

Federal mine safety regulations, compliance guides, training resources, and accident/injury data from MSHA.

Environmental regulations, permitting guidance, and compliance resources for mining operations.

U.S. Forest Service regulations for mineral activities on National Forest System lands.

Scientific data on mineral deposits, resource assessments, and geologic mapping from the USGS.

Comprehensive database of mineral deposit information across the United States and globally.

Comprehensive chart of monument specifications, filing deadlines, and map requirements for AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NV, NM, WA, and WY. Includes links to state statutes.

Nevada state mining claim requirements, filing procedures, and state-specific regulations.

Arizona mining claim information, state trust land regulations, and mineral rights resources.

California mining regulations, claim filing requirements, and environmental compliance information.

Colorado mining claim procedures, safety regulations, and state mineral resource information.

Utah mining regulations, claim filing, and mineral development resources.

Texas state mineral leasing, royalty information, and energy development on state lands.

Wyoming mining permits, reclamation requirements, and environmental compliance for mining operations.

Montana hard rock mining permits, exploration licenses, and reclamation requirements.

New Mexico mining permits, abandoned mine programs, and mineral resource information.

Alaska mining claims, placer and lode regulations, and state mining land information.

Oil and gas permits, well data, production records, and regulatory compliance for Texas operations.

Oil and gas division resources including well permits, production data, and Bakken formation information.

Offshore oil, gas, and renewable energy leasing, permits, and environmental studies.

Comprehensive energy statistics, analysis, and forecasts including oil, gas, and renewable energy data.

Official Esri resources for GIS professionals. Tutorials, documentation, and best practices for ArcGIS Pro.

Access topographic maps, elevation data, imagery, and geographic data from the U.S. Geological Survey.

Interactive mapping tool for BLM land status, mining claims, oil & gas leases, and public land data.

Professional organization for landmen. Access to industry standards, continuing education, and networking.

Mining industry organization providing advocacy, education, and resources for mining professionals.