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The purpose of this dataset is to reflect the current status and spatial extent of non-energy marine mineral leasing activity on the OCS, which is a critical component of the BOEM's comprehensive resource management and stewardship role. The BOEM uses these data to manage OCS marine mineral (sediment) resources, reduce or avoid potential conflicts with other ocean uses (e.g. fishing, shipping, energy, submerged infrastructure, etc.), and preserve sensitive habitat and cultural resources. The BOEM encourages its partners, stakeholders, and all ocean users to consider these data during the planning phases of ocean resource use or conservation projects. The most current version of OCS marine mineral lease area data can be downloaded via the Marine Minerals Information System (MMIS) viewer at https://mmis.boem.gov. |
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The purpose of this dataset is to reflect the current status and spatial extent of non-energy marine mineral leasing activity on the OCS, which is a critical component of the BOEM's comprehensive resource management and stewardship role. The BOEM uses these data to manage OCS marine mineral (sediment) resources, reduce or avoid potential conflicts with other ocean uses (e.g. fishing, shipping, energy, submerged infrastructure, etc.), and preserve sensitive habitat and cultural resources. The BOEM encourages its partners, stakeholders, and all ocean users to consider these data during the planning phases of ocean resource use or conservation projects. The most current version of OCS marine mineral lease area data can be downloaded via the Marine Minerals Information System (MMIS) viewer at https://mmis.boem.gov. |
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<DIV STYLE="text-align:Left;"><DIV><DIV><P><SPAN>The Federal Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Marine Mineral (e.g. sand and gravel) Lease Areas layer is maintained by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), part of the U.S. Department of the Interior. Each lease area polygon defines an area where entities that have entered into or have formally requested a Negotiated Non-Competitive Lease or Memorandum of Agreement with BOEM can dredge sand, gravel, or shell resources from the OCS. Section 8 (k) of the OCS Lands Act (OCSLA), as amended by Public Law 103-426 (enacted in 1994), gives BOEM the authority to negotiate an agreement for the use of OCS sand, gravel, and shell resources for use in: (1) a project for shore protection, beach restoration, or coastal restoration undertaken by a Federal, State, or local government agency; or (2) for use in a construction project funded in whole or in part by, or authorized by, the Federal government. This dataset is a collection of active, completed, expired, and proposed lease areas under BOEM's purview. Attribution consists of OCS lease number, state, project ID, volume of material allocated, borrow area ID, leases status, and administrative chronology of the lease term (e.g. execution and expiration dates). Revisions to this dataset are made on a regular basis by BOEM staff to reflect the current status of OCS marine mineral leasing activity.</SPAN></P></DIV></DIV></DIV> |
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<DIV STYLE="text-align:Left;"><DIV><DIV><P><SPAN>The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) provides the data for use "as is". BOEM provides this information with the understanding that it is not guaranteed to be accurate, correct or complete and conclusions drawn from such information are the responsibility of the user. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy, correctness and timeliness of materials presented within the limits of the current state of the art, BOEM assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions, nor as a result of the failure of the data to function on a particular system. BOEM makes no warranty, expressed or implied, nor does the fact of distribution constitute such a warranty. Users are cautioned to consider carefully the provisional nature of these data and information before using them for decisions that concern personal or public safety or the conduct of business that involves substantial monetary or operational consequences. Conclusions drawn from or actions undertaken on the basis of, such data and information are the sole responsibility of the user. The maps shown here are for illustration and planning purposes only and are not suitable for site-specific decision making. The data are not suitable for navigational purposes. Information found here should not be used for making financial or any other commitments. This data was developed by the U.S. Government; no other proprietary rights may be attached to them nor may they be sold to the U.S. Government as part of any procurement of products or services. Public domain data from the U.S. Government are freely redistributable with proper metadata and source attribution. Please recognize the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) as the source of this information.</SPAN></P></DIV></DIV></DIV> |
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