Shale Butte WSA
General Location: About 26 miles east of Shoshone, Idaho in Lincoln County.
Natural Features: The area is an older lava flow that rises up to 300 feet above the surrounding plain. The lava has been largely covered by wind-blown soil deposits but exposed lava outcrops are common.
Total Acres: 15,968
Acres Supported by BLM for Wilderness Designation: -0-
Rationale for BLM's Recommendation: The natural values of the WSA are marginal. The No Wilderness recommendation would allow greater flexibility in restoring wildlife habitat and controlling wildfire.
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