The BLM considered several alternatives and management options as possible methods for resolving resource management issues and conflicts, but after further review and consideration, did not carry all of those forward for detailed analysis. The BLM did not carry forward for detailed analysis alternatives described in the following sections because (1) they would not fulfill requirements of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) or other existing laws or regulations, (2) they would not meet the purpose and need, (3) they were already part of an existing plan, policy, or administrative function, or (4) they did not fall within the limits of the planning criteria. The alternatives considered but not carried forward are grouped by resource topic, although several might apply to more than one resource.