160-acre rule

The 160-acre rule generally refers to a standard size used in land ownership and resource management, particularly in programs like the U.S. Bureau of Land Management’s grazing permits. It establishes that a grazing permit often corresponds to a specific parcel of land measuring 160 acres, which is a quarter of a square mile. This rule helps regulate and manage land use by setting consistent permit sizes and ensuring sustainable grazing practices. Essentially, if someone has a grazing permit based on the 160-acre rule, they are authorized to graze livestock on that 160-acre parcel, promoting organized and sustainable land management.