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Colorado’s Bureau of Land Management June oil and gas lease sale amasses over $35 million
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· June 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The lease sale generated substantial revenue, with total proceeds exceeding $35 million. A large number of parcels were sold, with 147 out of 170 parcels being leased.
The Bureau of Land Management in Colorado recently held a significant oil and gas lease sale. This sale involved parcels in several counties, including Garfield and Rio Blanco, which are near the Aspen area.
The lease sale generated substantial revenue, with total proceeds exceeding $35 million. A large number of parcels were sold, with 147 out of 170 parcels being leased.
Further details about the sale, including specific information about the parcels and the lease process, are available from the Bureau of Land Management or the Glenwood Springs Post Independent.
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Category: News Published: June 17, 2026 Source: Glenwood Springs Post Independent Reading time: 1 min
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