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Promote the safety of public land users; andMinimize conflicts among the various users of public lands.2 Travel Management Planning Process2.1. Route Inventory ProcessThe BLM began conducting route inventories within the planning area in 2004 utilizing existing maps, availableaerial photography, and satellite images. BLM field crews and contractors then utilized four-wheel drive vehicles,motorcycles, horses, mountain bikes, or pedestrian means to travel all identified roads, primitive roads, and trailsto collect route inventory data. Data was also gathered for any additional routes that were observed in the field,but had not been previously identified in the 2004 inventory process.BLM field crews and contractors tracked the inventory using a Global Positioning System (GPS). The GPS notonly recorded spatial data (the route on the map), but also qualitative data regarding the character of the linearfeature (road, primitive road, or trail). Qualitative data was collected, including: Route type (e.g., tertiary road unpaved); Route width (e.g., 2.5 meters); Whether the route is located within a wash; Primary route surface (e.g., gravel or natural); Secondary route surface (e.g., bedrock); Primary route use (e.g., OHV); Secondary route use (e.g., all-terrain vehicle [ATV]); Tertiary route use (e.g., bicycle) Route use level (e.g., heavy); Road number (e.g., 7717); Road name (e.g., Big Wash Road); and Current maintenance (e.g., regular grading).In addition to the data collected regarding the linear character of the route, a series of point features werecollected, including: Hazards (e.g., erosion, overhanging vegetation, etc.); Point site (e.g., abandoned building, campsite, corral, etc.); Photograph points (e.g., historic maintenance); and Generic points (e.g., pipeline crossing).BLM then applied all of the linear and point data to populate a database for routes within the planning area. Thisdatabase or ground transportation linear feature (GTLF) informed the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for routeevaluations.2.2. Route Evaluation ProcessA comprehensive route evaluation process was conducted prior to initiation of this TMP. The route evaluationcriteria utilized direction from the BLM national standards related to travel and transportation management,aforementioned inventory data, public comments received during the scoping period, the goals and objectives foreach TMA, and IDT collaboration (Appendix F of the EA).BLM Kingman Travel Management Implementation PlanAugust 20185

The methodology used in the evaluation process documented current uses and resources and identified potentialrisks and benefits of each route on various resources in the KFO. The route evaluation process led to thedevelopment of four travel network alternatives, each emphasizing various levels of access and resourcemanagement.Code of Federal Regulations, under 43 CFR 8342.1 states that all route designations shall be based on theprotection of the resources of the public lands, the promotion of the safety of all users of public lands, theminimization of conflicts among various uses of public lands; and in accordance with the following criteria: Areas and trails shall be located to minimize damage to soil, watershed, vegetation, air, or other resourcesof the public lands, and to prevent impairment of wilderness suitability. Areas and trails shall be located to minimize harassment of wildlife or significant disruption of wildlifehabitats. Special attention will be given to protect endangered or threatened species and their habitats. Areas and trails shall be located to minimize conflicts between off-road vehicle use and other existing orproposed recreational uses of the same or neighboring public lands, and to ensure the compatibility ofsuch uses with existing conditions in populated areas, taking into account noise and other factors. Areas and trails shall not be located in officially designated wilderness areas or primitive areas. Areas andtrails shall be located in natural areas only if the Authorized Officer determines that off-road vehicle usein such locations will not adversely affect their natural, esthetic, scenic, or other values for which suchareas are established.During the route evaluation process, each segment was proposed designated as open, limited, or closed based on43 CFR 8342.1 and the aforementioned evaluation criteria.3 Travel Management Decisions3.1. Plan Purpose and ConformanceThe BLM currently manages a majority of the TMAs under the Kingman ROD and RMP (BLM 1995). The 1995RMP provides long-term goals specific to the planning area’s resources and uses. The RMP currently limits travelin areas to six different categories including (1) existing roads, (2) existing trails, (3) existing washes, (4)designated roads, (5) designated trails, and (6) designated washes. The Travel and Transportation ManagementManual (BLM 2016) provides clarification on the RMP-level decisions for allocation of acres designated OHVlimited versus the TMP implementation-level decisions. The manual describes on page 4-2, Section 4.2 “The typeof limitations applied in an OHV limited area is an implementation-level decision the planning documentsupporting these decisions will describe the conditions under which the limitation will apply and the rationale forwhy the limitation was selected.” Therefore, the TMP serves to adjust the implementation of the RMP allocationsby shifting from an existing route network to a designated route network.A portion of the Poachies TMA is managed under the Lower Gila North MFP (BLM 1981) and ApprovedAmendment (BLM 2005). The Approved Amendment (BLM 2005) provides management decisions regarding thedesignation of OHVs on page 15, specifically RR-9, which limits travel to existing and/or designated roads andvehicle routes. Therefore, the TMP for the Poachies TMA serves to adjust the Approved Amendment allocationby shifting from an existing route network to a designated route network. National goals, regulations, and policesare established by the following documents: Travel and Transportation Handbook (BLM 2012a); Travel and Transportation Manual (BLM 2016); National Management Strategy for Motorized OHV Use on Public Lands (BLM 2001);BLM Kingman Travel Management Implementation PlanAugust 20186

Land Use Planning Handbook (BLM 2005);BLM Instruction Memorandum 2012-067 Clarification of Cultural Resource Considerations for OHVDesignations and Travel Management; andEOs 11644/11989 – Off-Road Vehicle Management Policies.The TMP is considered an implementation or action plan. It specifies the measurable management objectives andactions that will be taken to produce or maintain the desired future conditions described in Section 3.3.3.1.1. Arizona BLM Statewide OHV Regulations and Travel Management PoliciesThe statewide OHV regulations are presented in the BLM State Director’s Guidance for Arizona Land UsePlanning Efforts (Instruction Memorandum AZ-2005-007), BLM Instruction Memorandum AZ-2009-017 StateSpecific Guidance for Implementation of the Arizona OHV Law, and include the following: Permittees (e.g., for hunting, wood gathering, livestock operators) must comply with TMP routedesignations. Exceptions may be made by the Authorized Officer. There shall be no motorized access to harvested game cross country or off of a route designated open tothe public, although use of a mechanized game carrier off of an open route is permitted outside ofdesignated wilderness areas. It is unlawful for a person to camp within one-fourth mile of a natural water hole containing water or aman-made watering facility containing water in such a place that wildlife or domestic stock will be deniedaccess to the only reasonably available water. Use of motorized or mechanized vehicles off of the designated route for the purpose of working livestockis prohibited. State vehicle laws apply to motor vehicle use. There are no posted speed limits on BLM roads, primitive roads or trails. BLM will not develop, endorse or publish road or trail ratings. BLM may describe physical characteristicsof a route. Vehicles are allowed to pull 100 feet off of either side of designated routes. Where pulling off a vehicle100 feet from a route’s centerline is allowed, impacts to natural and cultural resources shall be monitoredon a continuing basis as staffing permits. When monitoring results show effects that exceed limits ofacceptable change, motorized vehicles will not be allowed to pull off 100 feet from any designated routeon either side of the centerline within the impacted area.3.2. BLM Administrative Determination on R.S. 2477A TMP is not intended to provide evidence, bearing on, or address the validity of any Revised Statute (R.S.) 2477assertions. R.S. 2477 rights are determined through a process that is entirely independent of the BLM's planningprocess. Consequently, this TMP did not take into consideration R.S. 2477 evidence. The BLM bases travelmanagement planning on purpose and need related to resource uses and associated access to public lands andwaters given consideration to the relevant resources. At such time as a decision is made on R.S. 2477 assertions,the BLM will adjust its travel routes accordingly.The BLM will continue to consider granting Right-of-Ways (ROWs) for or including vehicular use. ROWs willbe processed under project specific NEPA analysis and be subject to any requirements stemming from saidanalysis. Upon granting of ROWs including roads or vehicular ways, these will automatically be incorporated intothis TMP on a case-by-case basis.BLM Kingman Travel Management Implementation PlanAugust 20187

3.3. Desired OutcomesDesired outcomes (or goals and objectives) provide overarching direction for BLM actions in meeting theagency’s legal, regulatory, policy, and strategic requirements. Goals are broad statements of desired outcome, butgenerally are not quantifiable. Objectives are more specific statements of a desired condition that may include ameasurable component. Desired outcomes are expressed in the Kingman ROD and RMP (BLM 1995), as well asthe Lower Gila North MFP (BLM 1981) and Approved Amendment (BLM 2005) as desired future conditions(DFCs), and represent land or resource conditions that are expected to result if planning goals and objectives arefully achieved.3.3.1. Goals, Objectives and Guidelines for General Management AreasManagement guidelines for these areas will remain similar to current management practices, except for thedesignation of OHV use. Existing laws, regulations, policies and procedures will be followed. The followingmanagement goals, objectives and guidelines will apply. Provide essential motorized access to non-Federal lands, across BLM-administered lands, and recognizeprior existing access rights. Reduce unauthorized proliferation of travel routes and minimize impacts to identified resource valuesfrom routes that provide non-essential access. Continue to provide adequate access for the maintenance and management of wildlife, livestock grazing,minerals, realty, fire, cultural resources, and a multitude of recreational activities and experiences. Designate OHV use as open or limited to existing roads, trails and washes. Provide for semi-primitive motorized and non-motorized recreation. Designated routes will be signed and mapped for public use in a manner consistent with other Federalland management agencies and BLM national policy. Designated routes will provide for a wide variety of trail-based recreational opportunities in a manner thatwill reduce existing or future user conflicts.3.3.2. Goals, Objectives and Guidelines for Areas Requiring Special ManagementManagement guidelines for these areas of public lands (e.g., ACECs) will focus on managing sensitive resourceswhile allowing for multiple use. The BLM will manage authorized uses and prepare management prescriptions toprotect unique resources. The following management guidelines will apply. Minimize surface disturbance. Develop educational materials and interpretive sites to increase the public’s understanding of sensitiveresources. Develop low impact recreation opportunities. Limit the use of OHVs to designated roads, trails, and washes. Limit OHV use in riparian areas to designated roads and trails. Close and rehabilitate roads where there is no public or administrative need to keep them open. Designate OHV use as limited or closed. Provide for semi-primitive motorized and non-motorized recreation.BLM Kingman Travel Management Implementation PlanAugust 20188

3.4. Route DesignationsThe actions listed below are meant to implement the goals and objectives of this TMP, as well as incorporatetravel management actions as required by the Kingman ROD and RMP (BLM 1995), as well as the Lower GilaNorth MFP (BLM 1995) and Approved Amendment (BLM 2005).As stated in Section 3.1, the TMP serves to adjust the implementation of the RMP allocations by shifting from anexisting route network to a designated route network. The primary action of this plan is to designate the travelnetwork. The proposed route system has been designed to provide access and to enhance recreation whileprotecting resources. The route designation type describes the kind of user that can utilize the route, how the usecan occur, and when access to the route is allowed:Open: Routes where all types of motorized and mechanized vehicle use is permitted at all times, and subjectto the operating regulations and vehicle standards set forth in 43 CFR 8341 and 8342.Limited: Limitation may be based on number or types of vehicles, size, season of use, or users with specialauthorization.Seasonal Closure: Routes that are closed to public motorized and mechanized use during certain seasons ortimes.OHV Width: Routes that are restricted to use by non-motorized, motorcycle, or OHVs with a width of50 inches or less.Authorized Users: These routes are available to the public for non-motorized travel only. Routes designatedfor authorized motorized use only, often termed “administrative access,” are for motorized travel forpurposes specifically related to completing BLM work or specific work completed by a permittee associatedwith an approved BLM ROW, permit, or lease. Authorizations may be granted on a case-by-case basis withwritten approval from the BLM Authorized Officer, with the exception of valid existing rights includingROWs, and current easements. Routes designated as authorized use only are also subject to seasonalclosures, vehicle size class restrictions and ongoing monitoring.Non-motorized: Routes limited to non-motorized uses, such as bicycle, horseback, or hiking.Non-mechanized: Routes limited to hikers and equestrian travel.Closed: Routes closed to motorized and mechanized use due to resource concerns or conflicts. The routesmay be available for foot and equestrian travel. These routes may involve physical closure structures with theultimate goal of being restored to a vegetated condition.Four different route types are used to describe the intended use designation: road, primitive road, temporary route,and trail (BLM 2006). These terms are defined in detail below:Road: A linear route declared a road by the owner, managed for use by low-clearance vehicles having fouror more wheels, and maintained for regular and continuous use.Primitive Road: A linear route managed for use by four-wheel drive or high-clearance vehicles. Theseroutes do not customarily meet any BLM road design standards.Temporary Route: Temporary routes are

The Kingman ROD and RMP (BLM 1995), as well as the Lower Gila North MFP (BLM 1981) and Approved Amendment (BLM 2005), designated 418,887 acres as closed to vehicle use per the Arizona Desert Wilderness Act of 1990, which designated nine wilderness areas within the planning area. The Wilderness Act of 1964 and