Why doesn the BLM extend the road from Roadrunner to Dune Buggy Flats to provide more access to the dunes?
An extension of Gecko Road would result in high capacity camping and driving in more remote areas of the dunes, which may have a negative effect on federally listed species.History – This question was raised during the 2003 planning process. Public Concern number 725 requested “The BLM should provide additional information on the connection between Gecko Road extension and ESA noncompliance”. Public Comment: The DEIS states that the Gecko Road extension “would not comply with the Endangered Species Act.” However, the nature of this alleged noncompliance is not described. Please explain why extending Gecko Road would result in a violation of the ESA. Further, please identify the species that would be threatened and whether the road extension would result in a jeopardy opinion from the United States Fish & Wildlife Service. (Recreational Organization, San Diego,CA – #8286) BLM Response: An extension of Gecko Road would result in high capacity camping and driving in more remote areas of t
