The Bureau of Land Management's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
The Bureau of Land Management’s Arizona Aquatic Resources Program focuses on the protection and restoration of riparian, wetland, and aquatic habitats to ensure functioning ecosystems. It aims to balance diverse land uses with the conservation needs of fish, wildlife, and future generations. The program addresses challenges such as habitat degradation, drought resiliency, aquatic invasive species, and water availability. It emphasizes restoration efforts and the implementation of best management practices to protect these critical habitats. This encompasses providing expertise and policy guidance to various stakeholders and supports projects funded through significant legislative acts such as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act, targeting ecosystem restoration and resilience.