Chaco Culture National Historical Park Land Withdrawal
Los Alamos County
Summary
The Interior Department is considering revoking or shrinking the 10-mile buffer protecting Chaco Culture park, and the council voted 4-2 to send an opposition letter. One resident argued the change is largely symbolic because little exploitable oil and gas exists in the buffer.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct county cost; the proposal could affect future federal mineral development in the Chaco buffer area.
Tribes and preservation advocates seeking protection of the Chaco landscape.
Navajo Nation members who rely on mineral royalty income from some affected lands could see continued restrictions; some councilors saw insufficient evidence of real impact.
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