La. Stat. tit. 56 § 2023

Current with operative changes from the 2024 Third Special Legislative Session
Section 56:2023 - Establishment of standards

Artificial reefs and waters covered under this Chapter shall be sited, constructed, and subsequently maintained, monitored, and managed based upon the best scientific information available, and in a manner which shall:

(1) Enhance and conserve fishery and resources to the maximum extent practicable.
(2) Facilitate access and utilization by recreational and commercial user groups.
(3) Minimize conflicts among competing users of waters covered under this Chapter of the resources in such waters.
(4) Minimize environmental risk and risk to personal and public health and property.
(5) Be consistent with generally accepted principles of fishing law, the Louisiana Fishing Enhancement Act, and not create any unreasonable obstructions to navigation.

La. R.S. § 56:2023

Acts 1991, No. 179, §1, eff. July 2, 1991.
Acts 1991, No. 179, §1, eff. 7/2/1991.