ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc., 5-Year Land Use Off Road Permit Application

What is this notice about?

ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc. has asked the Alaska Department of Natural Resources for a five-year permit to drive off-road, build ice roads and pads, and do related work on state land between the Canning and Colville Rivers to support oil and gas operations. The public can review the application and send written comments until 4:30 pm Alaska Daylight Time on October 16, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

The Division of Oil and Gas received a Land Use Permit application from ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc. on September 1, 2026, and is giving public notice and asking for comments before deciding.

What action is being taken?

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas, is reviewing a five-year general Land Use Permit (Project ID LAS 33900) that would allow off-road travel, ice construction, and related activities on state land in the Umiat Meridian between the Canning and Colville Rivers, using approved vehicles. Individual activities would be reviewed and approved one at a time under this permit.

Who is involved: ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc. (applicant); Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas

How can the public respond?

Respond by Fri, Oct 16, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“4:30 pm, Alaska Daylight Time, October 16, 2026”

Ways to respond

Email dog.permitting@alaska.gov
Mail Division of Oil and Gas, Permitting Section, 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1100, Anchorage, AK 99501

What to include

All comments must be in writing and received by the deadline. Refer to Project ID LAS 33900. The application can be reviewed at the Division's Permitting Section, 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1100, Anchorage, AK 99501, or online at http://dog.dnr.alaska.gov/Newsroom. Anyone who sends written comments will get a copy of the final decision. An eligible person affected by the decision may appeal or ask the commissioner to reconsider under 11 AAC 02 (Alaska Administrative Code). People with disabilities who need help to participate may contact the address above or call 907-269-8411.

Contact

Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas, Permitting Section
dog.permitting@alaska.gov
907-269-8411
550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1100, Anchorage, AK 99501

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

Sep 1, 2026: Division of Oil and Gas received the Land Use Permit application from ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc.
Sep 16, 2026: Public notice posted.
Oct 16, 2026: Written comment deadline: 4:30 pm Alaska Daylight Time.

Original notice text

PUBLIC NOTICE ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc., Ice Construction and Off-Road Travel, Five-Year Land Use Permit Application Applicant: ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc. (See application for contact information) Project ID: LAS 33900 Location: Umiat Meridian (see application for MTRS) Proposed Term: Five years from date of issuance Project Description: The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas (Division) received a Land Use Permit application on September 1, 2026, from ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc. requesting authorization for off-road travel, ice construction, and associated activities on state land between the Canning and Colville Rivers. Activities will be in support of oil and gas operations using approved vehicles. This is a general permit, and individual activities will be reviewed and authorized on a case-by-case basis under this permit. The application package is available for review at the Division’s Permitting Section, 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1100, Anchorage, AK 99501, or online at http://dog.dnr.alaska.gov/Newsroom. Please send comments to dog.permitting@alaska.gov or to the Division address above. All comments must be in writing. A copy of the final decision will be sent to any person who provides written comments. An eligible person affected by this decision may appeal or request the commissioner’s reconsideration in accordance with 11 AAC 02. All comments must be received by the comment deadline: 4:30 pm, Alaska Daylight Time, October 16, 2026 The Department of Natural Resources complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This notice will be made available in alternative communication formats upon request. Individuals with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate may contact the address above or call 907-269-8411. Posted: September 16, 2026

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