Land Exchanges
DNRC reviews and processes land exchanges on behalf of the State Board of Land Commissioners under its Land Exchange Policy. Land Exchange proposals are analyzed using the following criteria:
- Equal or greater value
- Similar navigable lake or stream values
- Equal or greater income to the trust
- Equal or greater acreage
- Consolidation of state trust lands
- Potential for long-term appreciation
- Improved or equal access to state or public lands
Lands Currently being Considered for Exchange
DNRC has received applications for the following land exchange proposals:
| Land Exchange Applicant | County | Acres of Private Land Proposed for Exchange | Acres of State Land Proposed for Exchange | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallatin County Solid Waste District | Gallatin | 634.5 | 636.1 | Due diligence evaluation |
| WR Grace & Co. | Lincoln | up to 1,280 | 640 | Preliminary Evaluation |
- Land Exchange Policy