Explor Geoscience USA, Inc. Western Cook Inlet 2D Geophysical Exploration Miscellaneous Land Use Permit Modification

What is this notice about?

Explor Geoscience USA, Inc. has asked the Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to change its existing permit for a seismic (2D geophysical) survey in western Cook Inlet, about 13 miles northeast of the Beluga airstrip. The change would add about 9.7 miles to two survey lines, bringing their total length to 20 miles, with work starting in November 2026. The public can send written comments until 4:30 pm Alaska Daylight Time on October 21, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

DNR's Division of Oil and Gas received a Miscellaneous Land Use Permit (MLUP) Modification application from Explor on September 25, 2026. The application will be decided under Alaska Statute AS 38.05 and Alaska regulation 11 AAC 96.030, and the Division is giving public notice and a chance to comment.

What action is being taken?

The Division is reviewing a request to modify Geophysical Exploration Permit MLUPCI 25-001. Survey line 1A would be extended 6.1 miles to the northwest and survey line 1C would be extended 3.6 miles to the northeast and southwest, for a total of 20 miles across the two lines. The purpose of the survey and the survey methods would stay the same as in the original permit. The project would begin in November 2026.

Who is involved: Explor Geoscience USA, Inc. (Explor), the applicant

How can the public respond?

Respond by Wed, Oct 21, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“4:30 pm, Alaska Daylight Time, October 21, 2026”

Ways to respond

Email dog.permitting@alaska.gov
Mail Alaska Department of Natural Resources, 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 must be received by the deadline. Project ID: MLUPCI-25-001. 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 receive 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. People with disabilities who need help or alternative formats can 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 25, 2026: Division received Explor's permit modification application
Oct 7, 2026: Public notice posted
Oct 21, 2026: Written comments due by 4:30 pm Alaska Daylight Time

Original notice text

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas (Division) received a Miscellaneous Land Use Permit Modification application on September 25, 2026, from Explor Geoscience USA, Inc. (Explor) requesting to expand the survey lines approved in the original permit. The proposed project will be adjudicated under AS 38.05 and 11 AAC 96.030. The Division provides public notice and an opportunity to comment. Applicant: Explor (see application for contact information) Project ID: MLUPCI-25-001 Location: approximately 13 miles northeast of the Beluga airstrip (see application for MTRS) Project Description: Explor is requesting authorization to modify the previously approved Geophysical Exploration Permit, MLUPCI 25-001, to extend the survey lines by approximately 9.7 miles. The original intent of the seismic survey and proposed activities would remain unchanged. Explor would extend the survey line 1A 6.1 miles to the northwest and would extend the survey line 1C 3.6 miles to the northeast and southwest. The total length of the two survey lines would be increased to 20 miles. All survey procedures would be performed as described in MLUPCI 25-001. The project would begin in November of 2026. 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 21, 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: October 7, 2026

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