The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas (Division) received an application for a Land Use Permit from ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc. (CPAI) on May 24, 2024, requesting authorization to conduct marine and ocean seabed characterization studies near Oliktok Point. The purpose of these studies is to facilitate safe and environmentally protective delivery of barges. Activities will include buoy installation, tide gauge installation, bathymetric surveys, and navigational hazard surveys. Details regarding these studies are described in the application.

Applicant: CPAI (see application for contact information)
Project ID: LAS 35097
Location: See application

Proposed Term: July 1, 2024, to October 31, 2027

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, June 13, 2024.

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.