Wild Rivers

Wild Rivers

 

 

Meaning of Wild Rivers

Wild Rivers A classification under the national Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to include those rivers or sections of rivers that are free of impoundments and generally inaccessible except by trail, with watersheds or shorelines essentially primitive and water unpolluted, representing vestiges of rivers in primitive America. The following represents restrictions applying to such designated rivers: (1) Timber Production – Cutting of trees is not permitted unless needed in association with a primitive recreation experience (i.e., clearing for trails and protection of users) or to protect the environment (i.e., fire control). Timber outside the boundary but within the visual corridors will be managed and harvested in a manner to provide special emphasis to visual quality. (2) Water Supply – All water supply dams and major diversions are prohibited. (3) Hydroelectric Power – No development of hydroelectric power facilities would be permitted. (4) Flood Control – No flood control dams, levees, or other works are allowed in the channel or river corridor. The natural appearance and essentially primitive character of the river areas must be maintained. (5) Mining – New mining claims and mineral leases are prohibited within one-quarter mile of the river. Valid claims would not be abrogated. Subject to regulations (i.e., 36 CFR 228) that the Secretaries of Agricultural and Interior may prescribe to protect the rivers included in the National System, other existing mining activity must be conducted in a way that minimizes surface disturbance, sedimentation, and visual impairment. Reasonable access will be permitted. (6) Road Construction – No roads or other provisions for overland motorized travel would be permitted within a narrow incised river valley or, if the river valley is broad, within one-quarter mile of the river bank. A few inconspicuous roads leading to the boundary of the river area at the time of the study will not disqualify wild river classification. Also, unobtrusive trail bridges could be allowed. (7) Agriculture – Agricultural use is restricted to a limited amount of domestic livestock grazing and hay production to the extent currently practiced. Row crops are prohibited. (8) Recreational Development – Major public-use areas, such as large campgrounds, interpretive centers, or administrative headquarters are located outside the wild river area. Simple comfort and convenience facilities, such as fireplaces or shelters may be provided as necessary within the river area. These should harmonized with the surroundings. (9) Structures – A few minor existing structures could be allowed assuming such structures are compatible with the essentially primitive and natural values of the viewshed. New structures would not be allowed except in rare instances to achieve management objectives. Structures and activities associated with fisheries enhancement programs could be allowed. (10) Utilities – New transmission lines, gas lines, water lines, etc., are discouraged. Where no reasonable alternative exists, additional or new facilities should be restricted to existing right-of-way. Where new rights-of-ways are indicated, the scenic, recreation, and fish and wildlife values must be evaluated in the selection of the site. (11) Motorized Travel – Motorized travel on land or water could be permitted, but is generally not compatible with this classification. Also see Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, Scenic Rivers, and Recreational Rivers.

 

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