Or. Admin. R. 635-500-0460

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 8, August 1, 2024

Section 635-500-0460 - Clams

(1) The following operating principle applies to clams in the Coos River Basin: No further introduction of the Manila littleneck clam shall occur in the South Slough Subbasin.

(2) In accordance with this operating principle, it is the objective of Department to:

(a) Maintain the abundance, diversity, and required habitat of each clam species;

(b) Where acceptable, enhance populations of Manila littleneck clams and native clam species;

(c) Open more subtidal areas of the bay to commercial harvest.

Or. Admin. R. 635-500-0460

FWC 110-1990, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-90

Stat. Auth.: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508

Stats. Implemented: ORS 496, ORS 506 & ORS 508