The utah division of wildlife resources (udwr) has an opportunity to acquire approximately 701.45 acres of contiguous, privately owned, undeveloped land, and 138.22 water shares in box elder county,…

The utah division of wildlife resources (udwr) has an opportunity to acquire approximately 701.45 acres of contiguous, privately owned, undeveloped land, and 138.22 water shares in box elder county, utah. Acquisition of this property will protect important habitat for waterfowl, shorebirds, wildlife and provide public opportunity for wildlife-related recreation access. This property encompasses the northern 1 3 of the salt creek WMA rest area pond and provides crucial year-round habitat for a variety of avian species, but particularly for waterfowl, shorebirds and pheasants. Due to the crucial habitats, wildlife, geographic location, and large amount of water shares, udwr identified this as critical property. IT is the the intent of the udwr to complete this transaction by december 2023.this acquisition will increase the acreage of the salt creek waterfowl management area for the protection of wildlife resources, propagation of wildlife, and will enhance the wetlands and associated uplands. The acquisition will also provide additional recreational opportunities for waterfowl hunting, wildlife-related recreation and pheasant hunting. The associated water shares will secure critical water and allow for increased management of open water. Under udwr ownership and management, the property will be incorporated into the existing salt creek WMA, and the established salt creek waterfowl habitat management plan will govern the management of the newly acquired property. Management of this area is directed to maintain a diversified plant community with a diversified structural component.acquisition of this property will protect critical water and important habitat for waterfowl, shorebirds, wildlife and provide public opportunities for wildlife recreation access.