Narwhal Exploration, LLC 5-Year Off-Road Travel Land Use Permit

What is this notice about?

Narwhal Exploration, LLC has asked the Alaska Department of Natural Resources for a five-year permit to drive approved vehicles off-road and build ice roads or pads on state land between the Canning and Colville Rivers and in Beaufort Sea waters, to support oil and gas work. Each individual activity would be reviewed and approved case by case under this general permit. The public can send written comments until 4:30 pm Alaska Daylight Time on October 30, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

The Division of Oil and Gas received a Land Use Permit application from Narwhal Exploration, LLC on October 7, 2026.

What action is being taken?

The Division of Oil and Gas is reviewing a request for a five-year general Land Use Permit (Project ID LAS 36274) allowing off-road travel, ice construction, and related activities on state land between the Canning and Colville Rivers and waters of the Beaufort Sea in the Umiat Meridian, and is taking public comments before deciding.

Who is involved: Narwhal Exploration, LLC (applicant)

How can the public respond?

Respond by Fri, Oct 30, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“4:30 pm, Alaska Daylight Time, October 30, 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 received by the deadline. Refer to Project ID LAS 36274. 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. The application can be reviewed at the Division's Permitting Section office or online at http://dog.dnr.alaska.gov/Newsroom. 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

Oct 7, 2026: Narwhal Exploration, LLC submitted the Land Use Permit application.
Oct 16, 2026: Public notice posted.
Oct 30, 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 request for approval of a Land Use Permit from Narwhal Exploration, LLC (Narwhal) on October 7, 2026, requesting authorization for off-road travel, ice construction, and associated activities on state land between the Canning and Colville Rivers and waters of the Beaufort Sea. Activities will be in support of oil and gas operations using approved vehicles. Details regarding off-road travel and ice construction for Narwhal are described in the application. This is a general permit, and individual activities will be reviewed and authorized on a case-by-case basis under this permit. Applicant: Narwhal (see application for contact information) Project ID: LAS 36274 Location: State lands between the Canning and Colville Rivers and waters of the Beaufort Sea in the Umiat Meridian Proposed Term: Five years from date of issuance 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 30, 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 16, 2026

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