Zasoby i środowisko · 9.09.1994

Motor Vehicle Use Restrictions: Oregon

Notice is served that the public lands acquired through the Dunning Ranch Land Exchange, and designated as the North Bank Habitat Management Area of Critical Environmental Concern, are closed to use of off-highway vehicles (OHV's). OHV includes all types of motor vehicles. The area will remain open for hiking, picnicking, hunting during authorized seasons, wildlife watching, nature study, environmental education, and horseback riding. The purpose of this closure is to minimize wildlife disturbance and habitat degradation, and to protect soil and water resources pending the development of a management plan. The plan will address what uses are compatible with management of the Columbian White-tailed Deer, which is a federally listed endangered species. Personnel that are exempt from the OHV closure include any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of any organized rescue or fire- fighting force in the performance of an official duty. Existing roads and trails may also be used under terms of existing easements of record. Additional persons authorized by the BLM, Mt. Scott Area Manager, may be allowed but must be approved in advance in writing. The legal land description for land