Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-67.6

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 13, December 25, 2024

Rule 571-67.6 - Guidelines for trail location

No new trail shall be designated or constructed:

1.On any slope where erosion will occur unless measures are taken to permanently control erosion. The measures may include, but not be limited to: water bars, steps, vegetative or crushed stone surfacing and terraces;

2.Through rare or sensitive plant communities, except for trails intended for interpretive purposes and designed for foot traffic only;

3.In locations where wildlife management practices are being carried out that would be negatively affected by trail activity;

4.To pass over archaeological sites or adversely affect known archaeological sites eligible for the National Register of Historic Places or known sites not yet evaluated;

5.Where past trail use has resulted in erosion or other environmental damage that would be exacerbated by continued trail use;

6.So as to allow travel through a river, stream or wetland or waterway except at designated crossings.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-67.6