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It is the objective of the Department to maintain self-sustaining populations of miscellaneous estuarine and marine species.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Hist.: FWC 15-1991, f. 2-28-91, cert. ef. 3-1-91
635-500-0680
Dungeness Crab
(1) The following operating principle applies to Dungeness crab in the Yaquina River basin: The recreational and commercial crab fishery shall be managed by the Marine Resources Program according to Department and Commission policies.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to maintain the current level of opportunity for recreational crabbers to harvest crab.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Hist.: FWC 15-1991, f. 2-28-91, cert. ef. 3-1-91
Miscellaneous Provisions
635-500-0685
Angler Access
(1) The following operating principles apply to angler access in the Yaquina River basin:
(a) The Department shall seek to provide access for boat and bank angling that will satisfy public need for a variety of angling opportunities;
(b) Acquisition and development of access sites shall be consistent with guidelines and objectives for fish species and for habitat.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain and improve existing access sites in Yaquina Bay, tidewater regions, and along Big Elk Creek;
(b) Develop additional access sites along the Yaquina River above Elk City.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Hist.: FWC 15-1991, f. 2-28-91, cert. ef. 3-1-91
Mini-Management Plans Policies and Objectives
635-500-0700
Clear Lake
Clear Lake (Lane County) shall be managed for hatchery and natural production consistent with the Wild Fish Policy under the basic yield alternative of Oregon's Trout Plan.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Hist.: FWC 117-1990, f. & cert ef. 10-15-90
635-500-0703
Diamond Lake
Diamond Lake shall be managed for hatchery production under the basic yield alternative of Oregon's Trout Plan.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Hist.: FWC 117-1990, f. & cert ef. 10-15-90
635-500-0706
Hosmer Lake
Hosmer Lake shall be managed for hatchery and natural production under the Featured Species alternative of Oregon's Trout Plan.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Hist.: FWC 117-1990, f. & cert ef. 10-15-90
635-500-0709
Hyatt Lake
Hyatt Lake shall be managed for hatchery and natural production under two alternatives from the Warmwater Fish Plan and Oregon's Trout Plan: Trout -- Basic yield; Bass - Basic yield.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Hist.: FWC 117-1990, f. & cert ef. 10-15-90
635-500-0712
Lake Billy Chinook
Lake Billy Chinook shall be managed for hatchery and natural production consistent with the Wild Fish Policy under the following alternatives of the Warmwater Fish Plan and Oregon's Trout Plan: Kokanee -- Intensive use; Rainbow and brown trout -- Basic yield; Bull trout -- Featured species; Bass -- Basic yield.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508
Hist.: FWC 117-1990, f. & cert ef. 10-15-90
635-500-0790
General Fish Management Policies
(1) To the extent authorized by law, the Department shall seek compensation for losses of production due to development and other man-made causes.
(2) Hatchery production shall be evaluated to determine if benefits exceed costs.
(3) The number of hatchery fish stocked in the Willamette Basin, regardless of species and size, shall not be increased and stream systems not currently receiving hatchery fish shall not be stocked, with the following exceptions:
(a) Experimental programs where the number of fish released is relatively small and a planned and funded evaluation program exists;
(b) Rehabilitation programs for native species;
(c) As provided for in subbasin plans adopted by the Commission in public hearing; and
(d) Special situations approved by the Commission in public hearing.
(4) Stocking levels and areas shall be addressed in subbasin plans.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0800
Habitat Objectives
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Willamette River Basin:
(a) The Department shall actively pursue and promote habitat protection and improvement necessary to achieve the objectives for management of the subbasins' fish resources;
(b) The Department shall coordinate with and advise agencies that manage the land and water resources of Willamette subbasins;
(c) Habitat protection shall be emphasized over habitat rehabilitation and enhancement;
(d) Potential losses of fish production from habitat alteration shall be prevented or reduced to the extent possible.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain or improve upstream and downstream passage for fish at dams, water diversions, other manmade obstacles, and existing passage facilities;
(b) Provide necessary in-stream flows for fish production;
(c) Maintain high water quality;
(d) Protect fish habitat from degradation associated with timber harvest, road construction, and related activities on forested lands;
(e) Protect existing stream habitat in lowland areas from degradation associated with agricultural, residential and commercial development, and other human activities;
(f) Reduce the impacts of reservoir construction and water management on fish production;
(g) Expand public informational and educational programs dealing with habitat protection;
(h) Inventory stream and watershed characteristics that affect fish production.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Clackamas Subbasin Fish Management
Operating Principles and Objectives
Habitat
635-500-0810
Habitat
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Maintain and improve upstream and downstream passage for anadromous fish at dams, diversions, power projects, and, where appropriate, at natural barriers;
(2) Provide necessary in-stream flows for fish production;
(3) Reduce the impacts of reservoir management on fish production;
(4) Protect existing stream habitat from degradation associated with timber harvest and other related activities on forested lands, with road construction, and with development on private and agricultural lands;
(5) Inventory streams and assess watershed characteristics that affect fish production.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Finfish
635-500-0820
Winter Steelhead
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Clackamas Subbasin:
(a) Winter steelhead in the Clackamas subbasin shall be managed for natural and hatchery production consistent with the Wild Fish Management Policy;
(b) The lower subbasin below River Mill Dam shall be managed primarily for the production and harvest of Big Creek and Eagle Creek stocks of hatchery fish. Fry releases shall be limited to Rock, Clear, Foster, Deep, and Eagle Creeks;
(c) The subbasin above North Fork Dam shall be managed for natural production of the indigenous stock.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Increase spawning escapement of the indigenous stock of winter steelhead above the North Fork Dam to 3,000 fish;
(b) Increase the potential average annual harvest of winter steelhead in the subbasin to 8,000 fish (2,000 in Eagle Creek and 6,000 in the mainstem of the Clackamas River, above and below River Mill Dam).
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0830
Summer Steelhead
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Clackamas Subbasin:
(a) Summer steelhead shall be managed for hatchery production in the subbasin;
(b) Summer steelhead smolts shall be released into streams that have suitable adult holding habitat throughout the summer and where adults will provide optimum recreational opportunity;
(c) Only smolt-sized fish will be released to minimize competition with native salmonids.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Minimize competition and possible interbreeding between non-indigenous summer steelhead and indigenous stocks of anadromous salmonids and resident trout;
(b) Provide a potential average annual harvest of 7,000 summer steelhead in the Clackamas Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0840
Spring Chinook Salmon
Operating policy and objectives for spring chinook in the Clackamas River Basin are found in OAR 635-500-1662.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146 & ORS 506.119
Stats. Implemented: ORS 506.109 & ORS 506.129
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92; DFW 16-1998, f. & cert. ef. 3-9-98
635-500-0850
Fall Chinook Salmon
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Clackamas Subbasin: No hatchery-produced fall chinook salmon shall be released in the waters of the subbasin.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain an average annual run size of 1,000 fall chinook salmon to the Clackamas Subbasin;
(b) Determine the identity of the stock of fall chinook salmon in the subbasin;
(c) Maintain the average annual harvest in the subbasin of approximately 200 fall chinook salmon.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0860
Coho Salmon
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Clackamas Subbasin:
(a) The lower subbasin below River Mill Dam shall be managed primarily for the production and harvest of early-run hatchery stock. Coho salmon fry releases shall be limited to Clear, Rock, Foster and Deep Creeks. All fry-release programs shall be evaluated;
(b) The upper subbasin above North Fork Dam shall be managed for natural production of wild coho salmon;
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Assess the status of the coho salmon run above North Fork Dam;
(b) Maintain the genetic characteristics of the wild run;
(c) Increase the average annual escapement of the wild run coho salmon above North Fork Dam to 3,000 fish;
(d) Maintain a potential average annual harvest level of 1,000 and 1,500 hatchery coho salmon in the mainstem of the Clackamas River below River Mill Dam and in Eagle Creek.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0870
Warmwater and Miscellaneous Fish
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Clackamas Subbasin:
(a) Warmwater game fish and other introduced warmwater fish shall be managed to discourage increases in natural production above River Mill Dam;
(b) Warmwater species shall not be stocked above River Mill Dam, in mainstem, tributaries, or ponds. Stocking of private ponds with outflow below River Mill Dam shall be permitted.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Prevent the expansion of warmwater fisheries above River Mill Dam;
(b) Protect populations and habitats of sensitive, threatened, or endangered nongame fishes in the Clackamas Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0880
Trout
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Clackamas subbasin:
(a) Trout in the Clackamas subbasin shall be managed for natural production. No hatchery trout shall be stocked in flowing waters of the Clackamas subbasin;
(b) Natural barriers to anadromous fish passage shall not be removed. Culverts and man-made obstacles may be improved to allow anadromous fish passage, if fish historically passed the barrier.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain the genetics and production of existing wild trout populations, by maintaining genetic diversity, preserving and restoring historical distribution, and by sustaining multiple-age classes;
(b) Determine the status of the bull trout in the Clackamas subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.146 & ORS 496.162
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92; DFW 26-1998(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 3-25-98; DFW 26-1998(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 3-25-98 thru 4-24-98; DFW 71-1998, f. & cert. ef. 8-28-98
635-500-0890
Whitefish
It is the objective of the Department to increase public awareness of angling opportunities for whitefish in the Clackamas Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Miscellaneous Provisions
635-500-0900
Angler Access
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Clackamas Subbasin:
(a) The Department shall seek to provide access to allow the public to enjoy the basin's fish populations, to provide a diversity of angling and viewing opportunities, and to encourage a dispersion of angling effort;
(b) Acquisition and development of access sites shall be consistent with policies and objectives for management of fish species and habitat.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Increase access to publicly and privately controlled sites in the lower subbasin, particularly for bank anglers;
(b) Provide access that allows orderly and equitable utilization of fishery resources in the basin while providing optimum recreational benefits.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS v496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Coast Fork Willamette Subbasin Fish Management
Operating Principles and Objectives
Habitat
635-500-0910
Habitat
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Protect fish populations from impacts caused by land use activities.
(2) Restore and enhance riparian and in-stream fish habitats.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Finfish
635-500-0920
Trout
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Coast Fork Willamette Subbasin: Rainbow trout shall be managed for natural and hatchery production and cutthroat trout shall be managed for natural production of the wild populations.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Protect and enhance the productivity of wild cutthroat trout and rainbow trout populations;
(b) Provide self-sustaining fisheries for cutthroat trout and rainbow trout in streams not designated for release of hatchery trout;
(c) Diversify angling opportunity by releasing legal-sized hatchery rainbow trout in areas restricted to the Coast Fork Willamette (RM 22-24) and Sharps Creek (RM 0-10).
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0930
Warmwater Game Fish
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Maintain existing warmwater game fish populations.
(2) Provide a diversity of warmwater angling opportunities.
(3) Minimize impacts of new species of warmwater game fish on indigenous species.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0940
Oregon Chub
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Protect existing populations.
(2) Establish new populations.
(3) Increase public understanding of the status of Oregon chub and the factors that influence abundance.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0950
Winter Steelhead
It is the objective of the Department that the Coast Fork Willamette subbasin shall not be managed for winter steelhead.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0960
Spring Chinook Salmon
Operating policy and objectives for spring chinook in the Willamette River Basin above the mouth of the McKenzie River (includes the Coast Fork Willamette subbasin) are found in OAR 635-500-1663.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146 & ORS 506.119
Stats. Implemented: ORS 506.109 & ORS 506.129
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92; DFW 16-1998, f. & cert. ef. 3-9-98
635-500-0970
Fall Chinook Salmon
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Coast Fork Willamette Subbasin: Only releases of late spawning stocks with an evaluation program are allowed.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to investigate introducing a run of late spawning fall chinook salmon.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-0980
Coho Salmon
The following operating principle applies to the Coast Fork Willamette Subbasin: Coho salmon shall not be released into the Coast Fork Willamette Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Miscellaneous Provisions
635-500-0990
Angler Access
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Coast Fork Willamette Subbasin: The Department shall seek to provide public angling access to allow use of fish populations, provide a diversity of angling opportunities, and disperse angling effort.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to increase access to public waters for angling.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Coast Range Subbasin Fish Management
Operating Principles and Objectives
Habitat
635-500-1000
Habitat
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Provide necessary in-stream flows for fish production.
(2) Protect existing stream habitat from degradation associated with timber harvest, road construction, and related activities on forested watersheds.
(3) Protect existing stream habitat in lowland areas from degradation associated with agricultural, residential and commercial development, and other human activities.
(4) Improve the water quality of the subbasin.
(5) Provide adequate upstream and downstream passage for fish at water diversions, dams, and other artificial obstructions.
(6) Develop subbasin specific knowledge that integrates fish distribution and abundance information, habitat characteristics and potential for improvement, and sensitive watershed areas into the Department's Habitat Database system.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Finfish
635-500-1010
Winter Steelhead
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Coast Range Subbasin: The naturally produced run of winter steelhead shall not be enhanced with releases of hatchery fish pending an analysis of the status of wild steelhead populations in the subbasin.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain an average annual spawning escapement of 675 adult winter steelhead in the Coast Range Subbasin;
(b) Provide a potential average annual sport harvest of about 175 winter steelhead in the Coast Range Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1020
Coho Salmon
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Coast Range Subbasin: Hatchery releases of coho salmon shall be permitted only for the purpose of rehabilitating self-sustaining populations.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to maintain the natural production of coho salmon in the Coast Range subbasin provided the existing run is determined to be self-sustaining.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1030
Fall Chinook Salmon
The following operating principle applies to the Coast Range Subbasin: There shall be no further releases of fall chinook salmon in the Coast Range Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1040
Trout and Whitefish
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Coast Range subbasin:
(a) Cutthroat trout shall be given first and highest consideration when evaluating and setting priorities for management activities;
(b) Wild trout and whitefish shall be managed for natural production consistent with the Wild Fish Management Alternative for Trout. No hatchery trout or whitefish shall be released.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain the genetic diversity and adaptiveness of wild trout populations;
(b) Protect, restore, and enhance wild trout and whitefish habitat;
(c) Provide angling opportunities for trout in the Coast Range subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146 & ORS 506.119
Stats. Implemented: ORS 506.109 & ORS 506.129
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92; DFW 72-1998, f. & cert. ef. 8-28-98
635-500-1050
Warmwater Game Fish
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Coast Range Subbasin: Any management proposals for warmwater game fish shall be reviewed and evaluated for potential effects on indigenous fish species, especially cutthroat trout and Oregon chub.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain populations of warmwater game fishes in running waters;
(b) Provide a diversity of warmwater angling opportunities through basic yield management;
(c) Implement an evaluation of introducing channel catfish into the lower Yamhill River and carry out the introduction if the evaluation is positive;
(d) Increase public awareness of warmwater angling opportunities in the subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1060
Oregon Chub
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Protect and enhance existing populations of Oregon chub in the Coast Range Subbasin.
(2) Establish new populations of Oregon chub in isolated waters in the Coast Range Subbasin where possible.
(3) Promote greater public understanding and appreciation of the status of Oregon chub.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1070
Sand Rollers
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Determine the distribution, relative abundance, and habitat use of sand rollers in the Coast Range Subbasin.
(2) Protect, restore, and enhance sand rollers habitat.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1080
Crayfish
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Assess the population status and commercial harvest of crayfish in the Coast Range Subbasin.
(2) Determine the size and importance of the recreational crayfish harvest in the Coast Range Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Miscellaneous Provisions
635-500-1090
Angler Access
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Coast Range Subbasin:
(a) The Department shall seek to provide access for boat and bank angling that will satisfy public need for a variety of angling opportunities and a dispersion of angling effort throughout the subbasin;
(b) Acquisition and development of angler access sites shall be consistent with guidelines and objectives for management of fish species and habitat.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Provide and maintain one (1) permanent boat access site on the Yamhill River, two permanent sites on the North Yamhill River, five permanent sites on the South Yamhill River, two permanent sites on Rickreall Creek, and two permanent sites on the Luckiamute River;
(b) Increase bank angling access in the Coast Range Subbasin where possible.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Long Tom Subbasin Fish Management
Operating Principles and Objectives
Habitat
635-500-1100
Habitat
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Protect fish populations from impacts caused by land use activities.
(2) Restore and enhance riparian and in-stream fish habitats.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Finfish
635-500-1110
Warmwater Game Fish
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Long Tom Subbasin: Any management proposals for warmwater game fish shall be reviewed and evaluated for potential effects on indigenous fish species.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Protect and enhance existing warmwater game fish populations;
(b) Provide a diversity of warmwater angling opportunities;
(c) Minimize impacts of new species of warmwater game fish on indigenous species.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1120
Trout
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Long Tom Subbasin: Cutthroat trout shall be managed for natural production of wild populations consistent with the Wild Fish Management Policy. No hatchery trout shall be released.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Protect and enhance the productivity of wild cutthroat trout populations;
(b) Provide self-sustaining fisheries for cutthroat trout.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1130
Coho Salmon
The following operating principle applies to the Long Tom subbasin: Coho salmon shall not be released into the Long Tom Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Miscellaneous Provisions
635-500-1140
Angler Access
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Long Tom Subbasin: The Department shall seek to provide public angling access to allow use of the fish populations, provide a diversity of angling opportunities, and disperse angling effort.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to increase access to public waters for angling.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Mainstem Willamette Subbasin Fish Management
Operating Principles and Objectives
Habitat
635-500-1150
Habitat
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Main Stem Willamette Subbasin: Habitat protection shall be emphasized over habitat rehabilitation and enhancement.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain or improve upstream and downstream passage for fish at dams, water diversions, other obstacles, and existing passage facilities;
(b) Reduce delay, stranding, injury, and mortality of adult salmon and steelhead at Willamette Falls;
(c) Protect necessary in-stream flows for fish production;
(d) Maintain high water quality;
(e) Protect riparian and in-stream habitat from degradation associated with agricultural, residential and commercial development, and other human activities;
(f) Develop subbasin specific knowledge that integrates fish distribution and abundance information, habitat characteristics and potential for improvement, and sensitive watershed areas into the Department's Habitat Database system;
(g) Minimize any impacts of Portland Harbor Development on fish passage and fish rearing.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Finfish
635-500-1160
Winter Steelhead
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Main Stem Willamette Subbasin: Escapement of late-run winter steelhead to tributary subbasins has priority over harvest in the mainstem Willamette River.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Increase the average annual run size to about 33,000 winter steelhead into the Willamette River;
(b) Increase the average annual run of indigenous, late-run (February 15 - May 15) winter steelhead above Willamette Falls to about 17,000 fish, which includes a spawning escapement of 14,400 fish for natural production;
(c) Provide a potential average annual sport catch of 1,000 winter steelhead in the lower Main Stem Willamette;
(d) Increase the average annual sport catch of winter steelhead above Willamette Falls to 500 fish.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1170
Summer Steelhead
It is the objective of the Department to increase the recreational catch of summer steelhead above Willamette Falls to an average annual minimum of 500 fish.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1180
Spring Chinook Salmon
Objectives for spring chinook in the Mainstem Willamette River Basin are found in OAR 635-500-1664.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146 & ORS 506.119
Stats. Implemented: ORS 506.109 & ORS 506.129
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92 ; FWC 13-1997, f. 3-5-97, cert. ef. 3-11-97; DFW 16-1998, f. & cert. ef. 3-9-98
635-500-1190
Fall Chinook Salmon
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Main Stem Willamette Subbasin: Fall chinook salmon in the mainstem Willamette River shall be managed for natural production of existing populations.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to provide optimal conditions for natural production and migration of fall chinook salmon in the Main Stem Willamette.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1200
Shad
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Main Stem Willamette Subbasin: Shad shall be managed for sport angling in the Willamette River.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Increase public awareness of the sport angling opportunities for shad;
(b) Monitor the catch and angling effort of the sport fishery.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1210
Sturgeon
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Evaluate the population of white sturgeon in the upper Willamette River.
(2) Determine the impact of harvest on the abundance and long-term persistence of the sturgeon populations above Willamette Falls.
(3) Provide additional angling opportunities for sturgeon above Willamette Falls through the periodic release of hatchery sturgeon.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1220
Trout and Whitefish
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Main Stem Willamette Subbasin: No hatchery-produced resident trout shall be released in the mainstem Willamette River.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain the genetic diversity and adaptiveness of wild trout and whitefish populations;
(b) Protect and restore wild trout and whitefish habitat;
(c) Minimize the potentially negative effects of hatchery fish on the production and genetic integrity of wild trout and whitefish;
(d) Provide angling opportunities for trout and whitefish under the basic yield Management alternative for trout (Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife 1987).
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1230
Warmwater Game Fish
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Main Stem Willamette Subbasin: Management proposals that initiate or expand hatchery programs for warmwater game fish or that alter the distribution of warmwater game fish shall be reviewed and evaluated for potential effects on indigenous species.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Maintain populations of warmwater game fishes;
(b) Implement an evaluation of introducing channel catfish into the mainstem Willamette River and carry out the introduction if the evaluation is positive;
(c) Implement an evaluation of quality management of largemouth bass to provide angling diversity in selected mainstem Willamette River sloughs;
(d) Provide a diversity of warmwater angling opportunities for other species and in remaining reaches of the Willamette through basic yield management;
(e) Increase public awareness of warmwater angling opportunities in the subbasins;
(f) Work with the Health Division and Department of Environmental Quality on the issue of possible contamination of warmwater fishes in the lower Willamette River adjacent to sites of discharge of hazardous wastes.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1240
Oregon Chub
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Establish new populations of Oregon chub in isolated waters along the mainstem Willamette River where possible.
(2) Promote greater public understanding and appreciation of the status of Oregon chub.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1250
Sand Rollers
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Determine the distribution, relative abundance, and habitat use of sand rollers in the mainstem Willamette.
(2) Protect, restore, and enhance sand rollers habitat.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1260
Crayfish
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Assess the population status and commercial harvest of crayfish in the Willamette River.
(2) Determine the size and importance of the recreational crayfish harvest in the Willamette River.
(3) Raise concern with Department of Environmental Quality on the need for testing lower Willamette River crayfish for dioxin and other potential toxic substances and manage the fishery according to the findings.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Miscellaneous Provisions
635-500-1270
Angler Access
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Main Stem Willamette Subbasin:
(a) The Department shall seek to provide access for boat and bank angling that will satisfy public need for a variety of angling opportunities and a dispersion of angling effort along the Main Stem Willamette River;
(b) Acquisition and development of angler access sites shall be consistent with guidelines and objectives for management of fish species and habitat.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Provide and maintain 49 permanent boat access sites on the Main Stem Willamette River;
(b) Increase bank angling access along the Willamette River.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Middle Fork Willamette Subbasin Fish Management Operating Principles and Objectives
Habitat
635-500-1280
Habitat
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Protect fish populations from impacts caused by land use activities.
(2) Restore and enhance riparian and in-stream fish habitats.
(3) Reduce impacts of Hills Creek, Lookout Point, Dexter and Fall Creek Dams on production of fish in downstream reaches.
(4) Maintain or improve upstream and downstream passage and screening for fish at dams, water diversions and other man-made obstacles.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Finfish
635-500-1290
Spring Chinook Salmon
Operating policy and objectives for spring chinook in the Willamette River Basin above the mouth of the McKenzie River (includes the Middle Fork Willamette subbasin) are found in OAR 635-500-1663.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146 & ORS 506.119
Stats. Implemented: ORS 506.109 & ORS 506.129
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92; DFW 16-1998, f. & cert. ef. 3-9-98
635-500-1300
Summer Steelhead
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Middle Fork Willamette Subbasin:
(a) Summer steelhead shall not be passed above Fall Creek or Dexter Dams;
(b) Summer steelhead smolts shall be released into streams that have suitable adult holding habitat throughout the summer and where adults will provide optimum recreational opportunity;
(c) Only smote-sized fish will be released to minimize competition with native salmonids.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Provide diversity of angling opportunity with an annual sport catch of 2,250 summer steelhead in the subbasin;
(b) Minimize impact of summer steelhead on the production of native trout.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1310
Winter Steelhead
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Middle Fork Willamette Subbasin: Winter steelhead shall be managed for natural and hatchery production.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Increase the number of winter steelhead returning to the Middle Fork Subbasin to an annual average of 800 adults;
(b) Increase the catch of winter steelhead to 160 fish in the Middle Fork Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1320
Trout and Whitefish
(1) The following operating principles apply to the Middle Fork Willamette Subbasin:
(a) Mountain Whitefish shall be managed for natural production;
(b) Trout shall be managed for natural and hatchery production.
(2) In accordance with these operating principles, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Protect and enhance the production of wild cutthroat trout, rainbow trout and bull trout populations;
(b) Manage native trout and whitefish populations to provide a diversity of angling experiences including consumptive and nonconsumptive activities;
(c) Manage brook trout populations to provide self-sustaining fisheries in streams that they currently inhabit throughout the Middle Fork Subbasin where they do not pose a risk to native salmonids;
(d) Manage wild trout populations to provide self-sustaining fisheries in the Middle Fork Willamette River between Lookout Point Reservoir and Hills Creek Dam (RM 31-45.5) and the North Fork of the Middle Fork Willamette River consistent with the Wild Fish alternative of Oregon's Trout Plan;
(e) Enhance angling recreation and opportunity by stocking legal-sized hatchery rainbow trout in selected streams consistent with the basic yield alternative of Oregon's Trout Plan;
(f) Manage wild trout populations to provide self-sustaining fisheries in areas not designated for "Wild Fish" alternative (see subsection (d) of this section) or release of hatchery fish (see subsection (e) of this section) consistent with the basic yield alternative of Oregon's Trout Plan.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1330
Oregon Chub
It is the objective of the Department to:
(1) Protect existing populations.
(2) Establish new populations.
(3) Increase public understanding of the status of Oregon chub and the factors that influence abundance.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1340
Warmwater Game Fish
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Middle Fork Willamette Subbasin: No introductions of warmwater game fish shall be permitted in streams of the subbasin.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of the Department to:
(a) Minimize impacts of warmwater game fish on endemic fish species;
(b) Provide a diversity of warmwater angling opportunities.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented:
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
635-500-1350
Fall Chinook Salmon
The following operating principle applies to the Middle Fork Willamette Subbasin: Fall chinook salmon shall not be released in the Middle Fork Willamette Subbasin.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Stats. Implemented: ORS 496.138, ORS 496.146, ORS 496.162, ORS 506.109, ORS 506.119, ORS 506.129 & ORS 506.720
Hist.: FWC 3-1992, f. 1-28-92, cert. ef. 2-1-92
Miscellaneous Provisions
635-500-1360
Angler Access
(1) The following operating principle applies to the Middle Fork Willamette Subbasin: The Department shall seek to provide public angling access to allow use of fish populations, provide a diversity of angling opportunities, and disperse angling effort.
(2) In accordance with this operating principle, itis the objective of the Department to increase access to public waters for angling. (continued)