The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is planning to add and modify structures at the Rock Springs Wild Horse Holding Facility, in Wyoming, throughout 2015.

Changes will include:

• Building a new office to accommodate public tours and facilitate the adoption process;

• Adding storage shelters to protect hay;

• Constructing a roof over the trimming chute area;

• Installing wind screens along the west side of the facility;

• Placing protective shelters in the sick pens;

• Redesigning the preparation area to improve animal and employee safety; and

• Replacing worn or damaged corral panels.

These projects will be phased in throughout the year and should not impact the wild horses.

“We’re taking a good look at our set-up and reworking things to increase safety and efficiency and at the same time see how we can reduce costs,” said facility manager Jake Benson. “While these changes are not required, we will evaluate their effectiveness and continue to make adjustments as necessary to provide outstanding care for the horses